H.O.T.Y / Who Should It Be?

H.O.T.Y / Who Should It Be?

Dive into the Horse of the Year debate, comparing the legendary careers of Zenyatta and Curlin. The author makes a compelling case for Curlin's H.O.T.Y nod.

Ed Meyer3 min read
On The Comeback

On The Comeback

Learn how to handicap horses coming off the Breeders' Cup. Discover key rules for betting runners that were all-out, had bad luck, or raced on biased tracks.

Breeders' CupHandicapping
Ed Meyer5 min read
Where Do We Go From Here?

Where Do We Go From Here?

The Triple Crown and Breeders' Cup are done. Learn how to create a scouting report for future races, find value in circuits like New York, and start handicapping two-year-olds for next year's races.

Handicapping
Ed Meyer3 min read
Four Times In Ohio

Four Times In Ohio

Ohio's casino measure was defeated for the fourth time, a major blow to those hoping for job creation and racino development. This is a potential death knell for horse racing in the Buckeye State.

News
Ed Meyer2 min read
One On The House

One On The House

Get a free pick for Churchill Downs Race 2: #1 Western Sweep. Trainer Wayne Catalano has this filly ready to run, with jockey E.T Baird winning at 30%.

Free PicksHandicapping
Ed Meyer1 min read
Who Is Running The Show?

Who Is Running The Show?

A stalemate between horsemen and tracks is impacting online horse racing wagering, with both sides arguing over revenue share and patrons caught in the middle.

News
Ed Meyer2 min read
Underdogs

Underdogs

Uncover the legendary underdog story of Seabiscuit challenging Triple Crown winner War Admiral. This tale of unexpected victory defied all expectations.

Events
Ed Meyer3 min read
What A Bargain!

What A Bargain!

IEAH Stables, owners of Big Brown, purchased Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies winner Stardom Bound for $5.7 million at Fasig-Tipton. She'll now train with Richard Dutrow Jr.

News
Ed Meyer2 min read
Switching Sticks

Switching Sticks

Churchill Downs jockeys are testing new ProCush safety whips, drawing strong negative reactions from riders. The trial period could lead to new whip rules.

News
Ed Meyer1 min read
Getting Started

Getting Started

Discover the author's personal journey into horse racing, sharing early memories and experiences with their father. See if your introduction to the track shares common ground.

Ed Meyer3 min read
Gone For Good

Gone For Good

Sportsman's Park, a historic horse racing facility closed since 2003, is being demolished to make way for a new shopping center. Learn about its storied past.

News
Ed Meyer2 min read
Trick Or Treat?

Trick Or Treat?

Explore why trainer Bruce Levine scratched Elope from Aqueduct only to ship her to Churchill Downs for a stakes race. Uncover the surprising strategy behind this move.

Free PicksHandicapping
Ed Meyer2 min read