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2026 Kentucky Derby News and Notes
Meet the Contenders: 2026 Arkansas Derby
Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley March 25
Kentucky Derby Roundup: Fulleffort tops the leaderboard
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Fulleffort
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Prince of Memphis at 8-1
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Double at Will Rogers Downs
Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Mar. 23, 2026
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2026 Kentucky Derby News and Notes
The Kentucky Derby news and notes offers all of our coverage cultivated in one place!
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Meet the Contenders: 2026 Arkansas Derby
Meet the horses running in the 2026 Arkansas Derby at Oaklawn Park. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley March 25
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Kentucky Derby Roundup: Fulleffort tops the leaderboard
The 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) is 39 days away. Catch up on the latest news and notes as the Road to the Kentucky Derby unfolds:
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Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Fulleffort
After spending his first seven starts competing on turf and Tapeta, stretch-running Jeff Ruby Steaks (G3) winner Fulleffort must switch to dirt for the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1).
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 24, 2026
Jason catches up on news of the racing day and then welcomes in handicapper Emily Gullikson to talk tournaments, NHC, Oaklawn, best camera angles for watching races, and much more!
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Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Prince of Memphis at 8-1
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, March 24 at Will Rogers Downs and Turf Paradise, including an 8-1 longshot.
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Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Emerging Market
It wasn’t surprising to see Emerging Market handle 1 3/16 miles with aplomb in the Louisiana Derby (G2), charging with determination to win the Road to the Kentucky Derby qualifier by a head.
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Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Four Triple Crown noms graduate
One of the flashiest three-year-olds to graduate last week was Make My Day, a second-time starter from the Hall of Fame barn of Todd Pletcher.
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Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Double at Will Rogers Downs
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, March 23, at Will Rogers Downs and Sunland Park, including a cold daily double.
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Mar. 23, 2026
Jason discusses Emerging Market's quick rise to prominence as well as talking about Touchuponastar.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 23, 2026
We're looking back at a huge weekend of racing including the Jeff Ruby Steaks (G3) at Turfway and the Louisiana Derby (G2) card at Fair Grounds.
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How has the winning time of the Kentucky Derby changed over time?
Below we explore how the average winning Kentucky Derby time has transformed over history.
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Picks and plays for Sunday tournaments at Fair Grounds
The stakes-packed Sunday card at Fair Grounds is the focus of two tournaments on TwinSpires.com.
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LIVE Louisiana Derby 2026: Expert Top Picks and Live Results as Kentucky Derby Points Hang in the Balance
Welcome to our Louisiana Derby 2026 LIVE coverage!
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LIVE Jeff Ruby Steaks 2026 at Turfway Park: picks, odds, entries & best bets
Welcome to the Jeff Ruby Steaks 2026 LIVE coverage!
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Picks for Oaklawn’s $10,727 Pick 6 and Turfway’s $7,318 Super High 5
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares horses to bet in a Pick 6 carryover at Oaklawn Park and a Super High 5 carryover at Turfway Park.
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Horse Racing This Weekend: Key Races, Top Horses & Best Bets [March 21]Find out everything you need to know about key races, top horse, and best bets with TwinSpires horse racing this weekend.
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Horse Racing Tournament Talk: Weekend recap, upcoming horse racing tourney's, & big winners [Mar. 20]
It's time for our horse racing tournament talk.
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Late Pick 5 Preview: Louisiana Derby at Fair Grounds and Turfway Park Betting Strategy [VIDEO]
Nick Tammaro and special guest Kevin Kerstein are breaking down one of Saturday's most compelling betting sequences — a cross-track Pick 5 spanning Fair Grounds and Turfway Park.
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How to bet the Melody of Colors Stakes
A quality field of 10 sophomore fillies will jaunt five-eighths on the Gulfstream Park green in Sunday’s $125,000 Melody of Colors S.
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How to bet the Private Terms Stakes
The $100,000 Private Terms S. on Saturday at Laurel Park attracted a compact field of six, but it boasts a very competitive cast despite the small field.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin night of March 21
It’s Hong Kong Derby Day at Sha Tin, where the action gets underway at 1 a.m. ET late Saturday night.
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Pick 3 of the Week: Fair Grounds Saturday, March 21
Fair Grounds will host a huge day of racing on Saturday during their penultimate day of the meeting.
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How to play Golden Slipper Day
When it comes to juvenile speed, no race in the world comes close to matching Sydney’s Golden Slipper.
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Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Aqueduct, Oaklawn Pick 6 carryovers
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, March 20 at Fair Grounds, Santa Anita, and Turfway Park, along with horses to single in Pick 6 carryovers at Aqueduct and Oaklawn Park.
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Post Positions That Produced The Most & Fewest Kentucky Derby Winners
What post position wins the Kentucky Derby the most? When analyzing Kentucky Derby winners by post position, it is important to look at the win percentage and in-the-money percentage of each position.
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Best trainers never to have won the Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby is America's signature race, but victory in it unfortunately eluded (or has) some of the finest and most accomplished horsemen in history.
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How to bet the San Luis Rey Stakes
A talented field of eight will travel 1 1/2 grassy miles at Santa Anita in Saturday’s $100,000 San Luis Rey (G3).
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Pick 4 of the Week: Turfway Park Saturday, March 21
The signature day of the Turfway Park meeting is Saturday, highlighted by the $777,000 Jeff Ruby Steaks (G3).
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Exotics Plays for the Texas Glitter Stakes
A total of nine three-year-olds will speed five-eighths on the Gulfstream Park lawn in Saturday’s $125,000 Texas Glitter S.
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Betting With, and Against, Skippylongstocking in the Essex Handicap
Pegasus World Cup (G1) victor #5 Skippylongstocking (4-5) has been installed as the morning-line choice for the $500,000 Essex H. (G3) at Oaklawn Park on Saturday.
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2026 Louisiana Derby Brisnet Speed Rating Report
Nine are set for Saturday’s $1 million TwinSpires.com Louisiana Derby (G2) at Fair Grounds, one of seven major qualifiers in the Road to the Kentucky Derby series, and let's review Brisnet Speed ratings for past winners and the 2026 contestants.
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Kentucky Oaks Roundup: Bottle of Rouge jumps to #3, 100-point races begin
The 2026 Kentucky Oaks, which will be broadcast in primetime for the first time, is 43 days away. Here’s a look at the latest news and notes as the Road to the Kentucky Oaks continues:
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Tipsheet: 2026 Jeff Ruby Steaks
A full cast of 12 sophomores will run 1 1/8 miles over the Tapeta surface at Turfway Park in Saturday’s $777,000 Jeff Ruby Steaks (G3).
Wagering
Kentucky Derby race length and distance: how long is the race?
To beat out a field of up to 20 three-year-olds vying for the Kentucky Derby crown and the customary garland of roses, it takes a combination of strength, stamina, and tactical speed to breeze through a 1 1/4-mile race in nearly 120 seconds.
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Tipsheet: 2026 Louisiana Derby
A well-balanced group of nine three-year-old prospects will travel 1 3/16 miles over the Fair Grounds main oval in Saturday’s $1 million Louisiana Derby (G2).
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem Mar. 19, 2026
Jason discusses the Fair Grounds weekend and nostalgia of old races from New Orleans.
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Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Englishman returns at Fair Grounds
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, March 19, at Fair Grounds and Turfway Park, including a cold daily double.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 19, 2026
Jason discusses some industry topics to open the show. Then Kellie Reilly joins for International Radar and Jason wraps up talking Fair Grounds.
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The biggest upsets in Kentucky Derby history
From Donerail in 1913 to Country House in 2019, we rank the five most shocking upsets in Kentucky Derby history.
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Spot Plays for 2026 Louisiana Derby Day at Fair Grounds
Saturday is the signature program of the meeting, with five open stakes among the seven on offer.
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Jockeys and weight in the Kentucky Derby
Being the most identifiable human participants on average in Thoroughbred racing, jockeys will be a major focus in this week’s 150th edition of the Kentucky Derby.
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The 10 best Kentucky Derby winners of all time
The greatest Kentucky Derby winners didn’t just run the race of their lives as three-year-olds on the first Saturday in May. They built resumes, often as older horses, that stand the test of time.
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Meet the Contenders: 2026 Louisiana Derby
Meet the horses running in the 2026 Louisiana Derby (G2) on Saturday at Fair Grounds. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
Analysis
Meet the Contenders: 2026 Jeff Ruby Steaks
Meet the horses running in the 2026 Jeff Ruby Steaks (G3) at Turfway Park. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
Analysis
Five of the biggest shocks in Kentucky Derby history
Unlike games of chance that you might encounter in a casino, the result of a Thoroughbred horse race is far from a random outcome event. That’s not to say that there aren’t inexplicable surprises from time to time. In its century and a half of longevity, the Kentucky Derby has seen its share.
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Who was the biggest underdog ever to win the Kentucky Derby?
Most recent underdogs weren’t facing an overwhelming favorite or toppling a budding superstar or two. In fact, many underdog winners can be judged less on how much they paid, but by who they beat.
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Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Lucky Nea drops in class
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, March 18 at Turf Paradise and Turfway Park, including a 5-2 shot dropping in class.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 18, 2026
Jason welcomes in Kaitlin Benson from Turfway Park to talk about the Turfway meet, Jeff Ruby Steaks, and much more!
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Top 10 Most Successful Trainers in Kentucky Derby History
Based on overall number of victories, as well as second- and third-place finishes, here are the 10 most successful trainers in Kentucky Derby history.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley March 18
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Tall Tales of the Track – Under Fire
When Count Turf crossed the finish line first to win the 1951 Kentucky Derby, he was the third generation of Derby winners, his sire Count Fleet and grandsire Reigh Count both also victorious under the Twin Spires. In 1928, Reigh Count brought John and Fannie Hertz the first of their classic victories, but a conflict involving John’s taxi company almost ended the horse’s life. When it counted, when history was on the line, one man’s quick-thinking response made all the difference.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 17, 2026
Jason welcomes jockey Pablo Morales to the show to talk about his recent retirement from racing, his career in the saddle, and much more!
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Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Big Kitty can win big
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, March 17, at Will Rogers Downs and Turf Paradise, along with a horse to single in Mahoning Valley’s $7,884 Pick 5 carryover.
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Kentucky Derby Roundup: Incredibolt romps in Virginia Derby
The 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) is 47 days away. Catch up on the latest news and notes as the Road to the Kentucky Derby unfolds:
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Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Ezum wins by 19 1/2 lengths
Ezum isn’t currently nominated to the Triple Crown, but that could change after the gray colt obliterated a one-mile maiden special weight on Saturday at Colonial Downs.
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10 Top Winning Kentucky Derby Jockeys of All Time
Here we recount the riders who have celebrated triumph inside the Winner's Circle most, as we list the top 10 winningest Kentucky Derby jockeys of all time.
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Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Price play at Fair Grounds
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, March 16 at Will Rogers Downs, Sunland Park, and Fair Grounds, including an 8-1 shot dropping in class.
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Mar. 16, 2026
Jason discusses Dylan Donnelly's win in the NHC and the event itself.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 16, 2026
Jason looks back at the weekend of racing including discussing the NHC tournament in Las Vegas, the Virginia Derby at Colonial Downs, and much more!
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KDFW Pool 5: Paladin, Chief Wallabee close as overall 8-1 favorites; Zany 4-1 in KOFW
Final odds for Pool 5 of the 2026 Kentucky Derby Future Wager and the lone Kentucky Oaks Future Wager.
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Top 10 fastest Kentucky Derby times in history
From a legendary Triple Crown winner to a high-priced yearling who stole the heart of a Japanese racing enthusiast, here are the 10 horses with the fastest winning times in Kentucky Derby history.
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Picks for lucrative Pick 5, Pick 6 carryovers on Sunday
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares horses to play in a quartet of valuable Pick 5 and Pick 6 carryovers on Sunday at Oaklawn Park, Gulfstream Park, and Santa Anita.
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Picks: $800 Virginia Derby/Oaklawn KDBC Qualifier tournament
Saturday’s $800 Virginia Derby/Oaklawn KDBC Qualifier tournament on TwinSpires.com is a lucrative opportunity for bettors.
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Late Pick 5 Preview: Virginia Derby and Virginia Oaks at Colonial Downs [VIDEO]
Get ready for Virginia Derby Day at Colonial Downs with a full Late Pick 5 preview, betting strategy, and expert handicapping analysis.
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Horse Racing This Weekend: Key Races, Top Horses & Best Bets [March 13]
Find out everything you need to know about key races, top horse, and best bets with TwinSpires horse racing this weekend.
Analysis
20 Fun and Memorable Kentucky Derby Quotes & Sayings
What are some of the most iconic Kentucky Derby quotes and Kentucky Derby sayings that have stayed with fans throughout history?
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150 years of Kentucky Derby winners: 1975-2023
Kentucky Derby 150 is just around the corner! Celebrate by exploring the rich history of Derby winners and Kentucky Derby Results.
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Spot Plays for Colonial Downs, Oaklawn, March 14, 2026
Horses of interest on the big cards at Colonial Downs and Oaklawn Park.
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How to bet the 2026 Santa Ana Stakes
An overflow field of 11 fillies and mares has been entered for Sunday’s $100,000 Santa Ana (G3) at Santa Anita.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin night of March 14
The 11-race card at Sha Tin kicks off at 12:30 a.m. ET late Saturday night, and Luke Middlebrook furnishes selections and analysis.
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All Access Trackside Coverage: 2026 Virginia Derby Weekend at Colonial Downs
Come along with our team for exclusive trackside interviews, expert picks, betting tips, and more.
Analysis
Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Turfway’s $9,786 Super High 5 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, March 13 at Colonial Downs, Fair Grounds, and Turfway Park, including horses to play in Turfway’s $9,786 Super High 5 carryover.
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Horse Racing Tournament Talk: Weekend recap, upcoming horse racing tourney's, & big winners [Mar. 13-14]
Join us as we bring you everything you need to know about tournaments.
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Live-Money Contest Talk: The Leaderboard Show with HHH Racing Podcast, Episode 18 [VIDEO]
The HHH Podcast takes a lookback at last weekend's TwinSpires Tournaments results and previews the upcoming weekend's $800 Virginia Derby and Oaklawn Park
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Exotics Plays for the Captiva Island Stakes
A big cast of 11 fillies and mares will run five panels on the Gulfstream Park turf strip in Saturday’s competitive, $125,000 Captiva Island S.
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Pick 3 of the Week: Gulfstream Park Saturday, March 14
The Pick 3 of the Week will come from Gulfstream Park on Saturday.
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Kentucky Oaks Roundup: Forced Entry joins top 5, Virginia Oaks provides next test
Forced Entry stormed from maiden winner to a likely berth in the Kentucky Oaks.
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Dubai: Preview of Meydan March 13
The Dubai Racing Club previews the Friday card, the finale of the Carnival at Meydan, with a first post of 9:30 a.m. ET. The climax of the Emirates racing season, Dubai World Cup Day, is set for March 28.
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Cheltenham Festival Day 4: Gold Cup makes it a grand finale
The Cheltenham Festival rounds off with the Cheltenham Gold Cup.
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem March 12, 2026
Jason discusses racing's opportunities for shared experiences and Steve Byk's radio work.
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Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Colonial Downs kicks off
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, March 12 at Colonial Downs and Turfway Park, emphasizing the opening-day action of Colonial’s three-day Virginia Derby meet.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 12, 2026
Jason opens the show with some betting discussions before welcoming in Kellie Reilly for International Radar. And he looks ahead to racing from Colonial and Gulfstream this weekend.
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Hanson, Scully handicap Pool 5 of Kentucky Derby Future Wager, Kentucky Oaks Future Wager
Pool 5 of the Kentucky Derby Future Wager (KDFW) will be offered this weekend, along with the lone Kentucky Oaks Future Wager (KOFW). Vance Hanson and James Scully will preview an individual and joint selection to back for both pools.
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The Smartest Bet in Horse Racing: 4 Strategies for Success
What is the smartest bet in horse racing? The answer is both incredibly complex and surprisingly simple.
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Pick 4 of the Week: Colonial Downs Saturday, March 14, 2026
There is an excellent four-race sequence to close out the big Colonial Downs card on Saturday, led by the $500,000 Virginia Derby.
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How to bet the Boston Handicap
A good field of seven will run seven-eighths on the dirt at Colonial Downs on Friday in the $150,000 Boston Handicap.
Wagering
Cheltenham Festival Day 3: Heavy favorites in two features
Day three of the four-day Cheltenham Festival features two major open races: the Stayers Hurdle, over three miles, and the Ryanair Chase, over 2 1/2 miles. Both have heavy favorites: Teahupoo and Fact To File, respectively.
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Tipsheet: 2026 Virginia Derby
A well-matched field of 10 sophomores will run 1 1/8 miles on the Colonial Downs main strip in Saturday’s $500,000 Virginia Derby.
Wagering
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 11, 2026
Jason is in Ocala and discusses the scene at the March two-year-old sale. Then we welcome in Mike Mutnansky from Barstool Sports to talk about his trip to NHC, trying to qualify, racing content world, and more!
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Paladin heads KDFW Pool 5, Zany favored in Oaks Future
The fifth pool of the 2026 Kentucky Derby Future Wager (KDFW) and lone Kentucky Oaks Future Wager (KOFW) will be offered this week beginning at noon ET on Friday.
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Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Baby Max drops in class
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, March 11, at Turf Paradise and Turfway Park, including a cold daily double.
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Cheltenham Festival Day 2: Champion Chase headlines three Grade 1 races
Day two of the four-day Cheltenham Festival is highlighted by the Queen Mother Champion Chase, for two-mile steeplechasers.
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Mucciolo’s Top 5 Horse Betting Strategies for 2026
Playing the ponies is an inexact science that is ever-evolving for me. Horse racing offers the most diversity from a gambling perspective.
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Meet the Contenders: 2026 Virginia Derby
Meet the horses running in the 2026 Virginia Derby at Colonial Downs. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley March 11
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Kentucky Derby Roundup: Potente, The Puma gain momentum
The 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) is 53 days away. Catch up on the latest news and notes as the Road to the Kentucky Derby unfolds:
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Yes, She Can: Female Jockey Representation in America's Elite Races
While Julie Krone remains the only woman to win a Triple Crown classic—her historic 1993 Belmont Stakes win aboard Colonial Affair—pioneers like Patti Cooksey and Rosie Napravnik have continued to prove that strength and strategy know no gender.
Features
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Welder Stakes exacta
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, March 10 at Turf Paradise and Will Rogers Downs, including an exacta in the Welder S.
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