by Jennifer Starr, for The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono

Wilkes-Barre, PA — It is just days until American Pharoah has a date with destiny and jockey Victor Espinoza will be along for the thrilling ride.

The famed jockey will be appearing for autographs and photos on Tuesday (June 2) from 3:30-5 p.m. in the racing lobby of The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono. This is a wristband-only event, and fans may obtain their wristband starting at 1 p.m., with a very limited amount available.

Only the authorized photo, which will be distributed at the signing, will be autographed, and a professional photographer will be on hand for photos, which will then be posted on the Mohegan Sun Pocono Facebook page for sharing.

Belmont Stakes Saturday will be a huge party, with live harness racing at 3:30 p.m. until 5 p.m., and 12 additional races immediately following the 147th Belmont Stakes. Food trucks, the “Belmont Breeze” in souvenir glasses and plenty of bars with ice cold beverages will be on the apron for the fans to enjoy in anticipation of post time and history in the making. In addition, the first 250 fans at 2 p.m. will receive a $10 voucher to wager on the Pocono races 5-16 immediately following the Belmont Stakes; line-up is in the Clubhouse lobby with a Racing Rewards card and valid ID required.

Victor Espinoza has won the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes three times, riding War Emblem in 2002, California Chrome in 2014 and American Pharoah this year. As of this date, he is the first jockey in history to enter the Belmont Stakes with a third opportunity to win the Triple Crown.