As The Smoke Clears

As The Smoke Clears

The prep season leads to the Triple Crown's second jewel: the Preakness Stakes. Learn how handicappers approach this race, using insights from prep races and past performances.

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Ed Meyer4 min read
2015 Kentucky Oaks Entries

2015 Kentucky Oaks Entries

The 2015 Kentucky Oaks features a field of 14 fillies at Churchill Downs. Get the full list of entries, including favorites I'm A Chatterbox and Condo Commando.

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Horstradamus1 min read
2015 Kentucky Derby Entries

2015 Kentucky Derby Entries

The 2015 Kentucky Derby post positions are set for the 141st Run For The Roses. See the full list of entries, including lukewarm favorite American Pharoah, set to run at Churchill Downs.

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Horstradamus2 min read
"The Unofficial Kentucky Derby Program"

"The Unofficial Kentucky Derby Program"

A nostalgic look at pre-Derby magic, from listening to race calls with Dad to the excitement of receiving the 'Green Sheet' program, a handicapper's essential guide.

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Ed Meyer4 min read
Five Rules to Follow

Five Rules to Follow

Learn crucial last-minute wagering rules for the Kentucky Derby. Refine your betting strategy by avoiding common pitfalls like past results and navigating race day scratches.

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Ed Meyer3 min read
The 55-Year-Old Kid

The 55-Year-Old Kid

Steve Cauthen, eternally "The Kid," rode Affirmed to the 1978 Triple Crown, becoming a racing legend. Even at 55, his legacy as a historic jockey endures.

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Ed Meyer4 min read
The Start of a New Week

The Start of a New Week

Reflect on the magic of Derby season and the evolving Kentucky Derby picture. One week after American Pharoah's Arkansas Derby win, the winds of doubt are stirring for the top contenders.

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Ed Meyer6 min read
Never Been to the Derby?

Never Been to the Derby?

Step into the unique atmosphere of the Kentucky Derby. From the fashion and food to the iconic "My Old Kentucky Home," discover what makes this event an unforgettable experience.

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Ed Meyer4 min read
Round #1

Round #1

Derby fever is picking up as runners arrive at Churchill Downs. Watch prep replays and begin your handicapping. We've identified a 30-1 longshot, War Story, to watch.

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Ed Meyer4 min read
Remember the Star?

Remember the Star?

Remember your first big score? Dive into the history of the Lexington Stakes, a key Kentucky Derby prep race for 3-year-olds at Keeneland, named after the legendary stallion Lexington.

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Ed Meyer4 min read
The Man's Day

The Man's Day

Reliving a college tradition: skipping class for a day of horse racing betting at Keeneland during the spring meet, a rite of spring in Lexington.

Ed Meyer4 min read
How Much Is Enough?

How Much Is Enough?

Horse racing availability has shifted from numerous domestic cards to a "less is more" approach. Explore how international ADW options, like Australian and European racing, offer focused betting action.

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Ed Meyer4 min read