Since 1984, the world’s finest Thoroughbreds have competed in the Breeders’ Cup World Championships. From comebacks to incredible photo finishes, each Breeders’ Cup race has produced a champion that has captured our imaginations. I remember Dad asking me to his house that Saturday, as there was going to be some big races running. Social media was giving […]
On February 24, 1905, Oaklawn Park rolled out their first race card. A whopping crowd of 3,000 people showed up in Hot Springs, Arkansas to watch Duelist win the very first race. Since 1905, Oaklawn has become a fixture in the world of racing. You can liken it to many of the boutique meets that […]
Just when you didn’t think the biggest weekend could get any hotter, along come the ladies to “throw down.” If you’ve been living under a rock, or just hard at work when the announcement that Princess of Sylmar was going to run in the Breeders’ Cup Distaff. I had this image of a duel at […]
I drove up to play a few races. I spoke to some old friends, talked with other players, and was looking to find a seat. There was a lottery machine against the wall, and it had five players in line. Normally I don’t play much lotto, and I wouldn’t even think twice. But, I had a $4 winning […]
