Glimmers of Gold

Glimmers of Gold

Mohaymen dazzled in his Holy Bull Stakes win at Gulfstream Park, extending his undefeated record to 4-0. Is this 3-year-old colt a true Triple Crown contender?

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Ed Meyer2 min read
Long Distance Cheering

Long Distance Cheering

Friends have qualified for the 17th Annual National Handicapping Championship (NHC) with $2.45 million on the line. Learn about this prestigious contest where spots must be won.

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Ed Meyer4 min read
From the File of What Are We Thinking ?

From the File of What Are We Thinking ?

ESPN's Kenny Mayne called a race at Santa Anita, bringing humor to the track. This post reflects on not taking horse racing too seriously, finding joy in the sport.

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Ed Meyer3 min read
View From the Cheap Seats

View From the Cheap Seats

From the cheap seats, we reflect on valuable ideas from the Symposium of Racing and the challenges of uniting horse racing's factions to attract new fans.

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Ed Meyer4 min read
My View From the Grandstand

My View From the Grandstand

Reflecting on the horse racing season from a fan's view, appreciating the sport's pageantry and the community it fosters. This post also pays tribute to legendary jockey Pat Eddery.

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Ed Meyer6 min read
Calling all Cars - Integrity Police Please Respond

Calling all Cars - Integrity Police Please Respond

Horse racing integrity is under scrutiny following the Breeders' Cup. The Runhappy and Maria Borell controversy raises questions about trainer payments and the sport's fairness.

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Ed Meyer3 min read
If It Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It.

If It Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It.

A Breeders' Cup Sprint win leads to controversy. Explore the story behind Maria Borell's historic win and the owner's "no drugs" stance that quickly unraveled.

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Ed Meyer5 min read
Imagine That ?

Imagine That ?

The Hong Kong Jockey Club introduces "The 3 Pick 1," an innovative new wager with three distinct options for favorites, mid-price, and longshot runners.

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Ed Meyer4 min read
Release the Wagering Kraken

Release the Wagering Kraken

Fantasy sports are a form of betting that should be regulated, taxed, and used to create jobs rather than reined in. Congress's 2006 internet gambling exemption missed this opportunity.

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Ed Meyer4 min read
Take It Off The Streets

Take It Off The Streets

This post explores the benefits of legalizing sports betting and housing it within existing horse racing tracks, leveraging their regulated pari-mutuel wagering systems.

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Ed Meyer3 min read
Is This For Real ?

Is This For Real ?

Handicappers must critically analyze race replays, avoiding bias to see what truly happened. From Rachel Alexandra to Zenyatta, objective evaluation is key to profitable betting.

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Ed Meyer4 min read
A Week in the World of Racing

A Week in the World of Racing

This introspective post reflects on life, loss, and the sudden passing of individuals in the horse racing world, including jockey Weldon Taylor Cloninger Jr.

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Ed Meyer7 min read