Exotics Plays for the Bricks and Mortar Stakes

Thu Oct 08 2026John Mucciolo

Nine three-year-olds will vie in Saturday’s inaugural running of the $175,000 Bricks and Mortar S. at Belmont Park.
Tipsheet: The 2026 Queen Elizabeth II Stakes

Thu Oct 08 2026John Mucciolo

A superb cast of 11 three-year-old fillies will jaunt 1 1/8 miles over the Keeneland lawn in Saturday’s $750,000 Queen Elizabeth II Challenge Cup (G1).
Australia Preview for October 10, 2026

Thu Oct 08 2026Alastair Bull

Good betting opportunities abound at both Caulfield and Rosehill.
Jason Beem Thursday Thoughts
Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem Oct. 8, 2026

Thu Oct 08 2026Jason Beem

Jason discusses the start of "state-bred" season around the country and talks about state-bred programs.
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Oct. 8, 2026

Thu Oct 08 2026Jason Beem

Jason discusses some stories from around the racing world and looks ahead to the weekend coming up at Keeneland. Kellie Reilly also joins for International Radar to talk about Arc day last weekend. 
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Cavalry Call tries dirt

Thu Oct 08 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Oct. 8 at Keeneland and Presque Isle Downs, along with a horse to single in the mandatory-payout $4,424 Pick 6 carryover at Thistledown.

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Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: American History

Wed Oct 07 2026J. Keeler Johnson

A determined rally from behind a fast pace carried American History to victory in the Breeders’ Futurity (G1) on the Road to the Kentucky Derby.
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: U. S. S. Valor

Wed Oct 07 2026J. Keeler Johnson

U. S. S. Valor ranks among the most exciting contenders for the 2027 Kentucky Derby (G1) after unleashing a powerful finish to win Belmont Park's one-mile Champagne (G1) on the Road to the Kentucky Derby.
How to bet the 2026 Hill Prince Stakes

Wed Oct 07 2026John Mucciolo

The Miguel Clement-trained #6 Caroline St. Beat will lead a cast of nine sophomores postward in Saturday’s feature at Belmont Park, the $200,000 Hill Prince (G3).
How to bet the 2026 Sycamore Stakes

Wed Oct 07 2026John Mucciolo

An especially well-matched and full field of turf stayers will go 1 1/2 miles over the Keeneland green in Friday’s $400,000 Sycamore (G2).
Wednesday's Best Bets and Quick Picks: Belmont’s $39,713 Pick 6 carryover

Wed Oct 07 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Oct. 7 at Keeneland and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with a horse to single in the $39,713 Pick 6 carryover at Belmont Park.
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Oct. 7, 2026

Wed Oct 07 2026Jason Beem

Jason welcomes in horseplayer Ronald Tang to talk about the upcoming BCBC, tournament play, his love of racing, and much more!
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Hughes

Tue Oct 06 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Can Hughes make history as the fourth son of Into Mischief to win the Kentucky Derby (G1)? The talent he’s displayed so far suggests it’s a realistic possibility.