Royal Ascot 2026 Picks: More Thunder and Tuesday's Opening Day Stakes

Royal Ascot 2026 Picks: More Thunder and Tuesday's Opening Day Stakes

Ed Meyer's free picks for opening day at Royal Ascot 2026: More Thunder in the Queen Anne Stakes, plus selections in the Coventry, King Charles III, and St. James's Palace.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
Belmont Stakes 2026 Picks: Commandment and Saturday's Saratoga Stakes

Belmont Stakes 2026 Picks: Commandment and Saturday's Saratoga Stakes

Ed Meyer's picks for the 2026 Belmont Stakes card at Saratoga: Commandment in the Belmont, plus Segesta, Bentornato, Ag Bullet, Crude Velocity, Knightsbridge, and Rhetorical across the day's Grade 1 and Grade 3 stakes, with trainer-jockey angles and use-withs for each.

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Ed Meyer3 min read
2026 Belmont Stakes Post Position Draw: Field, Odds, and What We're Watching

2026 Belmont Stakes Post Position Draw: Field, Odds, and What We're Watching

Renegade drew post 4 as the 2-1 morning-line favorite for Saturday's 158th Belmont, with Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo at 9-2 from the outside post in a 9-horse field. Saratoga, 1 1/4 miles. Here's the full draw and what we're watching for June 6.

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Preakness 2026 Picks: Incredibolt and Saturday's Laurel Stakes

Preakness 2026 Picks: Incredibolt and Saturday's Laurel Stakes

Get your Preakness 2026 picks here! Dive into our handicapping analysis for supporting stakes like the Maryland Sprint, discussing contenders, jockeys, and strategic plays on a day full of value.

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Ed Meyer3 min read
2026 Preakness Stakes Post Position Draw: Field, Odds, and What We're Watching

2026 Preakness Stakes Post Position Draw: Field, Odds, and What We're Watching

The 2026 Preakness Stakes field is set after Monday's draw at Laurel Park. Get the full field, morning-line odds, and key storylines for this wide-open Triple Crown race.

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Horstradamus6 min read
2026 Kentucky Oaks Post Position Draw: Field, Odds, and What We're Watching

2026 Kentucky Oaks Post Position Draw: Field, Odds, and What We're Watching

The 2026 Kentucky Oaks field is set after the post position draw at Churchill Downs. See the full field, morning line odds, and key contenders like Zany and Prom Queen.

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Horstradamus3 min read
Kentucky Oaks 2026 Preview: Contenders, Storylines, and What to Watch

Kentucky Oaks 2026 Preview: Contenders, Storylines, and What to Watch

Preview the 2026 Kentucky Oaks field for Friday, May 1 at Churchill Downs. Discover top contenders, key storylines, and what makes this year's race a strong betting opportunity.

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Jeff Ruby Steaks Day – Free Selections for Saturday

Jeff Ruby Steaks Day – Free Selections for Saturday

Get free handicapping selections for Jeff Ruby Steaks Day at Turfway Park, featuring the G3 Jeff Ruby Steaks and other key races.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
The Old Ways are Becoming New Again

The Old Ways are Becoming New Again

Horse racing contests are seeing a revival at tracks like Turfway Park, bringing back the excitement of in-person handicapping. Bettors love the competition and the chance to win big prizes.

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Ed Meyer2 min read
Can Sports Betting Help Racing?

Can Sports Betting Help Racing?

Could the rise of sports betting help grow horse racing? Explore how expanded gambling could bring new fans and revenue to the track, with an updated look at legal states.

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Ed Meyer3 min read
The Gray Trifecta

The Gray Trifecta

The 2016 Belmont Stakes saw all gray horses finish 1-2-3, leading to a huge trifecta payout. This post explores the rarity of such an occurrence in horse racing.

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Horstradamus2 min read
They Turned Paradise Into the Breeders' Cup

They Turned Paradise Into the Breeders' Cup

Keeneland is transforming its pristine grounds to host the Breeders' Cup, marking a significant change for the historic track. Discover how this iconic venue is preparing.

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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