The first Saturday in May is only just days away. Hard to believe after this past year, but good things are just ahead. – Before you hoist that first julep or head to the windows. Here are three reminders before pulling the trigger. Churchill Downs The 147th edition of the “Fastest Two Minutes in […]
The Jim Beam Stakes at Turfway Park originated as a stepping stone that would “Spiral” up to the Derby. – The race produced some good races, but in the ’80s and ’90s, there were some real runners. In the span of four years from 1990-1993 there were four classic winners. The local event was thought […]
There is no mistaking. When you make errors that cost you the big score, it hangs on you like a cheap suit. But, you can take it off at any time. Many turn the page and move on, and others will punish themselves for the day. – Do you know anyone like this, or did […]
Nothing like trying to get that bankroll into tip-top shape before the Derby goes to post in 16 days! – Now, use these selections to whet your whistle for some red-hot Thoroughbred action. Best of luck from Winning Ponies! Keeneland Race#2 – Alw $81,000 – 1 1/8 – 1:39 pm #3 – Ashtar = […]
The first Saturday in May is a holy day for horseplayers. Nothing like it until the Breeders’ Cup comes along much later. Now we have multiple days to celebrate the equine. – I grew up in a small town. A mix between Mayberry and every town most of us grew up in. In my little […]
We all have one. If you’re a horseplayer you have had a list; doing adjustments as the marquee events pass. That is the way of the gambler. We watch and wager and go back and dissect our actions and the outcomes. That is the “Road to the Derby.” I have been keeping a few to […]
On the first Saturday in May, everyone is a horse racing fan. Some wager, many watch, and even more do both. As a reminder, keep these tools in your arsenal. – At the time of this blog there are only 21 days until post time. Best of luck from Winning Ponies! Forget trying to […]
“They say I’m crazy but I have a good time. – I’m just looking for clues at the scene of the crime. Life’s been good to me so far.”- Joe Walsh No, I didn’t hit the lottery or knock off the Piggly Wiggly. – For the first time since 2017 I made a return […]
Photo Credit: USA Today Sports Many moons ago I was a kid in the parking lot at River Downs. A nice summer job with friends I still have today. Hard to believe it’s been that long ago. But on a hot summer day, my thoughts drift back to sweating in the sun with kids […]