Keeneland Spot Plays Oct. 2, 2026

Wed Sep 30 2026Vance Hanson

An exciting month of racing at Keeneland begins Friday, albeit with an unfortunate forecast of rain for the opening card.
How to bet the Joe Hirsch Stakes

Wed Sep 30 2026John Mucciolo

An excellent field of seven turf stayers will run 1 1/2 miles over the lawn at Belmont Park in Thursday's $500,000 Joe Hirsch Invitational (G1).
How to bet the Belmont Turf Sprint Stakes

Wed Sep 30 2026John Mucciolo

A fleet field of eight will speed six panels over the inner lawn at Belmont Park in Thursday's $200,000 Belmont Turf Sprint (G3).
Betting With, and Against, Senior Officer in the Vosburgh

Wed Sep 30 2026John Mucciolo

A well-matched cast of nine will travel seven-eighths on the main oval at Belmont Park in Thursday's $250,000 Vosburgh (G3).
Spot Plays for Belmont Park Oct. 1, 2026

Wed Sep 30 2026Vance Hanson

Due to inclement weather in New York last weekend, Belmont Park’s major Breeders' Cup turf preps for older horses and other stakes were postponed until Thursday.
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Juveniles at Belmont and Horseshoe Indianapolis

Wed Sep 30 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Sept. 30 at Belmont Park and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a daily double.

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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Sept. 30, 2026

Wed Sep 30 2026Jason Beem

Jason discusses the big Thursday card from Belmont and welcomes in Gabby Gaudet from Keeneland to talk about the upcoming fall meet, the Breeders' Cup at Keeneland doing interviews, and much more!
Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Yacht Master wins at Churchill

Tue Sep 29 2026J. Keeler Johnson

A handful of notable maiden winners at Churchill Downs last week could potentially develop into 2027 Kentucky Derby (G1) contenders.
International Scouting Report: 2026 Flower Bowl

Tue Sep 29 2026Kellie Reilly

Analysis and selected race replays of Cathedral, Esna, and Sunlit Uplands in the Flower Bowl (G2) at Belmont Park.
International Scouting Report: 2026 Joe Hirsch Turf Classic

Tue Sep 29 2026Kellie Reilly

Three of the seven entrants in Thursday’s rescheduled Joe Hirsch Turf Classic (G1) at Belmont Park are British-based, but two are already familiar to racing fans on this side of the pond.
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Presque Isle’s $3,824 Pick 5 carryover

Tue Sep 29 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Sept. 29 at Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with a ticket for the $3,824 Pick 5 carryover at Presque Isle Downs.
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Sept. 29, 2026

Tue Sep 29 2026Jason Beem

Jason welcomes in NBC Sports' Andie Biancone to talk about her life in racing, working horseback for NBC, the Kentucky Downs meet, and much more! 
Breeders’ Cup Roundup: 23 qualifiers to watch this week

Mon Sep 28 2026J. Keeler Johnson

The 2026 Breeders’ Cup at Keeneland is 32 days away. Catch up on the latest news and developments with our weekly Breeders’ Cup Roundup: