New Race Meets Starting Up Coast to Coast

New Race Meets Starting Up Coast to Coast

Summer race meets conclude as fall racing begins. Get ready for new action at tracks like Belmont Park and Kentucky Downs, packed with stakes races.

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Instant Racing Comes to Kentucky

Instant Racing Comes to Kentucky

Kentucky racetracks introduce Instant Racing to boost revenue amidst competition from states with alternative gaming. Learn how this new form of gambling aims to support the state's racing industry.

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Travers Stakes Preview and Picks at Saratoga Race Course

Travers Stakes Preview and Picks at Saratoga Race Course

Preview the 142nd Travers Stakes field at Saratoga. Get analysis and picks for the Mid-Summer Derby featuring top 3-year-olds like Stay Thirsty, Coil, and Shackleford, plus potential longshots.

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Saratoga Race Course is Graveyard of Favorites for Winter Memories

Saratoga Race Course is Graveyard of Favorites for Winter Memories

Saratoga lived up to its 'Graveyard of Favorites' name as heavily bet Winter Memories, 2-5 in the Grade 2 Lake Placid, failed to deliver.

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Weekend Breeders Cup Developments

Weekend Breeders Cup Developments

Key Breeders' Cup contenders prepped this week, highlighted by Stacelita's Beverly D. win, securing her spot in the Filly and Mare Turf. Get the analysis.

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Jacks or Better Farm Dominates the Florida Stallion Stakes at Calder

Jacks or Better Farm Dominates the Florida Stallion Stakes at Calder

Jacks or Better Farm consistently dominates the Florida Stallion Stakes at Calder, a key 2-year-old program. Discover the series and its importance for Florida-breds.

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A Passing of The Torch

A Passing of The Torch

The author takes over as host of "Winning Ponies" from Ed Meyer, sharing a humorous anecdote about their long-standing friendship in horse racing.

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Will the Real 3-Year-Olds Please Stand Up?

Will the Real 3-Year-Olds Please Stand Up?

The 3-year-old division saw contrasting performances in the Jim Dandy and Haskell Invitational. One race delivered an exciting spectacle, the other a lackluster affair.

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Goldikova and Midday Prep for Breeders’ Cup Overseas

Goldikova and Midday Prep for Breeders’ Cup Overseas

Goldikova secured her fourth Prix Rothschild win, while Midday also impressed in overseas prep races, setting both up for the Breeders' Cup.

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$1 Million Up For Grabs in the Haskell Invitational

$1 Million Up For Grabs in the Haskell Invitational

This Sunday, top three-year-old colts compete for $1 million in the Haskell Invitational at Monmouth Park. Shackleford, Pants on Fire, Ruler on Ice, and Astrology are among the contenders.

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Saratoga Race Course – Expect the Unexpected

Saratoga Race Course – Expect the Unexpected

The 143rd Saratoga summer meet has begun, bringing high-quality racing and big purses. This year, the "graveyard of champions" may see former stars like Uncle Mo regain their glory.

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Animal Instinct

Animal Instinct

Reflecting on Animal Kingdom's race mishap and jockey John Velazquez's surprising reaction. A look at Johnny V's fierce competitor spirit and rare moment of dejection.

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