Forty years after its first running, what could be the last Arlington Million race — renamed the Mister D. Stakes this year — will take place Saturday at Arlington Park with its customary fun and glamour plus a special tribute.
The day will honor Arlington International Racecourse Chairman Emeritus Dick Duchossois and his family for their contributions to the track in Arlington Heights and horse racing in general, said Tony Petrillo, the track’s president.
“This is just a day that is long and coming, and I’m just excited to be able to honor Mr. D. and his family,” Petrillo said.
“Without his contributions to racing there would probably not be thoroughbred racing left in this state … Mr. D has brought international competition here. Outside the Breeders Cup, there is no other track that has had more international racing than Arlington Park over the years.”
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