The Iceman Award

The Iceman Award

Learn about the prestigious George Woolf "Iceman" Award, honoring jockeys for their character and career. This year, the esteemed award goes to Hall of Famer John Velazquez.

News
Ed Meyer1 min read
Tournament Time

Tournament Time

Recap a recent horse racing tournament experience, detailing the thrill of contest play against hundreds of handicappers. Discover the excitement, camaraderie, and strategy.

Ed Meyer2 min read
Take A Shot

Take A Shot

Explore the lifelong passion of horse racing and handicapping. From betting small to chasing jackpots, learn why the process and community of contests make it an exhilarating game.

Ed Meyer2 min read
Presidential Effort

Presidential Effort

Old Fashioned's powerful win in the G-3 Southwest at Oaklawn Park makes him a strong Kentucky Derby contender. Jockey Dominguez delivered a masterful ride.

News
Ed Meyer1 min read
Oh, So Close...

Oh, So Close...

A bill to allow video lottery terminals at racetracks passed committee without opposition, but its future remains uncertain for horse racing's survival.

News
Ed Meyer3 min read
Spin Doctors

Spin Doctors

Horse racing's attempts to manage negative publicity often backfire, unintentionally highlighting vulnerabilities. Learn how the industry can be its own worst enemy.

Ed Meyer2 min read
Gulfstream Nuggets

Gulfstream Nuggets

Get expert Gulfstream Park handicapping nuggets for Sunday's races. We break down key contenders like Vue De Chat (Race 5) and Past Twilight (Race 10).

Free Picks
Ed Meyer2 min read
Saturday Steamers

Saturday Steamers

Get our top picks for Saturday's horse races, featuring overlooked contenders with good value to make your weekend wallet heavier.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
Special Wager Weekend

Special Wager Weekend

Discover this weekend's special horse racing wagers, including the Magna-5, a $250k guaranteed Aqueduct Pick-4, and the Kentucky Derby Future Wager.

Ed Meyer1 min read
Bluegrass Blues

Bluegrass Blues

Kentucky is financially struggling, debating whether to introduce slots at racetracks to raise revenue instead of taxing signature industries like bourbon and tobacco.

Ed Meyer2 min read
Two From Tampa

Two From Tampa

Get two top horse racing picks for Tampa Bay Downs this Thursday from WinningPonies.com. We've analyzed the races to help you find winning bets.

Free Picks
Ed Meyer2 min read
Throw This One Out!

Throw This One Out!

Giant Oak's fifth-place finish in the Risen Star should be disregarded. He had a terrible trip, getting stopped cold and running wide, yet still rallied.

Handicapping
Ed Meyer1 min read