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.
Sports betting legalization presents challenges for integrity and regulation. This post explores simplified solutions, including limiting wagering to licensed racetracks and casinos.
Racetracks have evolved from old gambling dens into family-friendly environments. Many tracks now offer special fun days with activities like inflatables, games, and petting zoos for kids.
Review of key Kentucky Derby prep races like the Wood Memorial and Bluegrass Stakes. We analyze contenders Vino Rosso, Justify, and Good Magic as they eye Louisville.
A personal reflection on legendary track photographer Pat Lang, known for his humor and relaxed demeanor, and the impact he had on the horse racing community.
Keeneland has increased its takeout rates for win, place, show, and exotic wagers. Learn why these changes are happening and what it means for horse racing bettors.
The Kentucky Derby is a huge success, but can small tweaks elevate it even further? We explore ideas to maximize its potential for horse racing fans.
