OK, I understand that practically every track in the nation wants the Breeders’ Cup. Or, that is how it seems. I know that was a silly comment, but you get the picture… Let me ask you one question…. If you had a survey with 2000 trainers that have a two-year-old baby just getting ready to [...]
A gent stopped by my office yesterday, and we talked about his California homeland and how racing is in bad shape. I asked, if this is true, why do they want the Breeders’ Cup? He really had no explanation, and then I gave him something to chew on for the future. How about making this [...]
The two days that took place last week were enough to fill our plate for the year. I love to hear the stories of what happened, who went, and who can’t pay their rent this month… Overall, the weekend brings out the best in most of us, and the devil in others. I have a [...]
From time to time, we all find ourselves talking big mouth. Sometimes it can be attributed to alcohol, and other times to raw emotions. But, in Thoroughbred racing, we back up our opinions with cold hard cash. Think about if you were asked to put up $100,000 to run your own horse in a daunting [...]
On November 7th, 2009, a young man stepped out of the sand dunes and into the winner’s circle. It was unlikely, and probably not part of his plans. But on this day, he was the toast of the town. The 27-year-old former camel jockey, Ahmad Ajtebi, stepped up his game quite a bit. He went [...]
On rare occasions we are on hand to see great things happen in our life. Thoroughbred racing is a sport, but as with all sports, there are defining moments that will be etched in our mind forever. The Classic is worth $5 million. It summons some of the greatest talent known to humanity. Some could [...]
Love is in the air. It is all about the ladies, and today is their day. I love a few plays, and W/P has helped me maximize the value end. Race #3 – BC Marathon…. This is the only race that I am going to play, where a gal will not rule the day. A top tier runner [...]
The best handicappers in the world need to be ready. There are no inside info tips, and nobody is using this race for a prep. One thing is for sure, you will get your money’s worth… I have had the data from W/P in my hand all day. I always find something that I like, [...]
To uncover the Breeders’ Cup can be like finding the Holy Grail…. Things can be overwhelming. Just take a deep breath and take a peek at the following. The handicapping gurus are leaning toward the stalkers and closers in all races. You can throw out speed, and look for the back of the pack runners. [...]
Today, I had three calls from very good players. The odds that three called on one day is high, but the ask on their mind was not over the fence. But, I could not help anyone on this day. The Breeders’ Cup is a powerhouse. They charge a GREAT PERCENTAGE of takeout and the tracks [...]
