Reflect on enduring friendships forged through the shared passion of horse racing. This post remembers Mac, a friend whose love for the track started with his grandpa.
Extreme heat forced race cancellations for horse and human safety. Learn about track heat protocols from Dr. Rick Arthur, equine medical director for the CHRB.
After the Kentucky Derby DQ and Preakness, we reflect on War of Will and Maximum Security's Triple Crown chances. The discussion around race officiating and social media's impact continues.
Still dwelling on the Kentucky Derby DQ or past race results? It's time to let go of the hangover, clear your head, and refocus on future handicapping opportunities.
Bill Shoemaker defied the odds at 54, winning the 1986 Kentucky Derby from the challenging Post 1. We look at this historic win and Jon Court's upcoming record as the oldest Derby jockey.
A handicapper shares personal handwritten notes and patterns collected over years from experienced bettors and handicappers, offering insights for the upcoming big race weekend.
The Happy Horseplayer looks back at the fall racing season, Keeneland, and the road to the Breeders' Cup. This month celebrated Perry Wayne Ouzts reaching his incredible 7,000th career win.
Learn essential handicapping tips to elevate your horseplaying game. Analyze track conditions, implement selective wagering, identify turf specialists, and find trainers off the claim.
A young Turfway Park employee recounts meeting legendary handicapper John Asher in 1986, reflecting on their early days in horse racing and Asher's influence.
Horse racing, once a dominant sport, now struggles to stay afloat. This post explores the historical decline and management missteps that led to current challenges for tracks.
Horse racing tracks face survival challenges, but sports wagering offers a potential solution. Delaware racetracks reported $7M wagered on sports in just three weeks.
Justify won the Triple Crown, but controversy brews over the ride of stablemate Restoring Hope. Owners are calling for a steward's inquiry into "reckless riding" at Belmont.
