Two horseplayers debate their handicapping strategies: one favoring small, consistent wins on favorites, the other chasing long shots for big payouts. Which approach is better?
Get our free Belmont Park selection for Wednesday! With rain expected, we're eyeing #3 Client Eight, a Tapit son dropping in class with solid speed ratings and blinkers on.
Gary Stevens is starting a training operation, bringing his vast experience as a top jockey and 8-time Breeders' Cup winner. Learn why he's poised for success.
Discover colorful characters and captivating stories from the racetrack, like two-dollar-Bill, a fixture of the Ohio racing scene.
Kentucky racing faces tough times. Discover how Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs) could offer a lifeline to tracks and boost state revenue, despite political hurdles.
Get our free horse racing selection for Tuesday's card at River Downs. We're looking ahead to Race #1 with #6 Busha, analyzing its strong chances and key factors.
Apprentice Ben Creed made his career debut after training with H.O.F. Chris McCarron at NARA. He impressed with a gutsy second-place finish at River Downs.
A group threatens a lawsuit over proposed video lottery terminals at Kentucky horse tracks if VLT legislation passes without a constitutional amendment.
Calvin Borel, the humble Cajun rider, transcended "15 minutes of fame" in horse racing, always focused on his mounts and never the spotlight.
Rachel Alexandra will not run in the Belmont Stakes. This decision, praised by fans, allows the star filly to rest and mature for a stronger future.
Churchill Downs eyes slot machines for competition. Officials reveal plans for an entirely new gaming facility, not using current clubhouse space, if approved.
Explore a hypothetical future where horse racing wagering is available in airports and sports bars. Imagine easy-to-use kiosks attracting new players.
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