Churchill Downs will have only eight races tomorrow because of a lack of entries for the scheduled ninth race. The track still has its scheduled complement of 10 races for Friday, but the first four races that day have only six horses each, and the feature has only five betting interests because of a coupled […]
It is official… Rachel Alexandra is in another’s hands. It has been less than a week, and the young lady who set our hearts on fire belongs to another. But all is well; you’ll see… “Rachel Alexandra is one of the best horses in racing today,” said Jess Jackson of Stonestreet Stable. “She is fast, […]
The California racing has shifted to Hollywood Park. I have to say that I like the oval, and the turf racing is always fun. WinningPonies likes a runner, and you may want to take a look at her. In Race #5, Justice is Brief looks like a good thing. There are many things to like, […]
The Derby seems like it was a lifetime ago. I guess putting a bad day behind you is important to every player. I am already looking to the next Triple Crown race. Mine That Bird is heading there. He now has the T/C fever. Hey, why not? He is the only one who can pull […]
Tuesdays…. I am really starting to like them.. River Downs throws out a nine live race card, and the weatherman is giving his blessing before things get rainy for a few days. Be sure to connect with WinningPonies.com to get a hold of the entire card, and connect the dots on the multi-race exotics. Here […]
No matter what the Derby held for you financially, let us remember the history and pageantry involved. I have spoke to many friends, and patrons about the odd outcome of Derby 135. I have not met anyone with a winning story yet, so if you have one please share it with the rest of the […]
The diminutive gelding returned to the track today and jogged a mile to trainer Chip Woolley’s satisfaction. Afterward, the decision was made to go to Baltimore’s middle leg of the Triple Crown, which hadn’t even been considered until Mine That Bird pulled off the stunning victory at 50-1 over Pioneerof the Nile. “Perfection. The horse […]
Ok, the Derby was a tough race. Blame the track, blame the weather, or even blame yourself. But, it is time to get on board and make up for lost ground. Let us begin Sunday at Calder. Race #1 – lets take a look at #1 Chary. Manoel Cruz is scoring at 23%, and trainer […]
We have been waiting for months. We have watched the many preps and began long ago with our trek putting runners through the mill. I have been wagering for many years. Some good, and some bad days. That is part of the game. But today left me feeling a little empty. I watched the Derby […]
Oaks day is in the books. The rain soaked oval did provide all of us with plenty of entertainment. The big question is what if she would have faced the boys? After watching Calvin Borel rapidly draw off down the lane without being asked, one would have to really question what if she would have […]
