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The Breeders’ Cup and Churchill Downs, Inc. (“CDI”) joined state and local officials today to announce that the 2010 Breeders’ Cup World Championships will be held at historic Churchill Downs, for a record seventh time. The 27th Breeders’ Cup, Thoroughbred racing’s most prestigious global event – currently consisting of 14 races held over two days […]
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CURLIN worked for the first time over Santa Anita’s Pro-Ride surface Monday morning. The reigning Horse of the Year covered a half-mile in a leisurely :52.80, in preparation for a possible showdown with Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner, BIG BROWN, in the $5 million Breeders’ Cup Classic at Santa Anita Oct. 25. It was Curlin’s […]
Five guest announcers will be showcased at Churchill Downs during the track’s Fall Meet, which begins on Sunday, Oct. 26. Larry Collmus (Gulfstream Park, Monmouth Park, Suffolk Downs and The Meadowlands), Mark Johnson (England), Bobby Neuman (Calder Race Course), Travis Stone (Louisiana Downs) and Michael Wrona (Golden Gate Fields) will each spend one week behind […]
On Saturday, October 4th, history was made in horse racing. This time it wasn’t a marquee runner that has taken the country by storm. It was a New Mexico-bred filly by the name of Pepper’s Pride. She rolled into history by an unlikely path. She didn’t win H.O.T.Y honors, or take down the Breeders’ Cup […]
If you have ever had the pleasure of attending a meet at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky, you have seen a little piece of Saratoga, Del Mar, and any track you call home. From the Dogwoods that bloom in Spring to the foliage change in Fall, this boutique meet is one for every handicapper to put […]
If you are looking to hear what professional players are planning to do today, take a look at www.horseplayerdaily.com and listen to Tim Downes. It is well worth your time, and can give you a fresh perspective on planning for the races. Tim has a vast resume. He is a 41-year-old player who has played […]
Tucked back in the cornfields of Anderson, Indiana is a quaint little track that is growing with leaps and bounds. Horses are chasing the slot monies, and the fans are really enjoying the sport. It looks like more than corn has taken root in Indy. After handicapping with WinningPonies.com, I have come away with a […]
We are less than three weeks away from the Breeders’ Cup as you read this. There was a group of solid races from last weekend, and this weekend holds the same. You will want to tune in the weekend to Keeneland, Belmont, and the Arc on Sunday, from France. With the hour glass running out, […]
As gamblers we have all seen our share of movies over the years. This past week, one of the best actors that ever played a gambler, passed away. This great actor was Paul Newman. He played roles that appealed to every person who has been in a card game, shot 8-ball, or had a losing […]
