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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Feb. 22, 2024
Jason opens the show discussing Luke Kruytbosch and Turf Paradise to start the show. Then he looks ahead to the Rebel S. (G2) card and a grass stakes at Tampa.
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Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Not Normal can ship and win
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Feb. 22 at Fair Grounds, Turfway Park, and Charles Town, including horses to play in the $2,438 Pick 6 carryover at Fair Grounds.
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Stakes Spot Selections for Fair Grounds on Saturday, February 24
A pair of black-type events for Cajun-bred runners will highlight the 10-race card at Fair Grounds on Saturday.
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Tipsheet: 2024 Rebel Stakes
A huge field of 13 three-year-olds will run 1 1/16 miles at Oaklawn Park in Saturday’s lucrative $1.25 million Rebel S. (G2).
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Meet the Contenders: 2024 Rebel Stakes
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Rebel S. at Oaklawn Park. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential
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Why forgiving a disappointing second start can reap rewards
When a horse wins impressively on debut, but follows up with a disappointing defeat second-time out, it can be tempting to dismiss them as a flash in the pan.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Feb. 21, 2024
Jason opens the show talking about state-bred programs. Then we welcome in Florida-based owner Rich Averill to talk about some of his horses, his owning program, racing in Florida, and much more!
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Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $2,329 Super High 5
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Feb. 21 at Gulfstream Park, Charles Town, and Turfway Park, including a ticket for Turfway’s $2,329 Super High 5 carryover.
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Racing Roundtable: Risen Star, Rachel Alexandra Stakes and other eye-catching performances
This week, the Racing Roundtable weighs in on Sierra Leone's win in the Risen Star S. (G2), Tarifa's stakes debut in the Rachel Alexandra (G2), and notable performances from the weekend.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley Feb. 21
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 5:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
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Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Cold Turf Paradise Pick 3
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Feb. 20 at Turf Paradise, including a cold Pick 3 wager.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Feb. 20, 2024
Jason discusses some recent articles on racing and gambling and shares some thoughts on the customer service in the industry. He also talks about Kentucky Derby (G1) future wagers and more.
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Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Antiquarian scores for Pletcher
On Feb. 18, 2018, Justify won his debut in eye-catching fashion. Less than four months later he was a Triple Crown winner, proving late February isn’t too late for a Kentucky Derby (G1) winner to break his maiden.
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Feb. 19, 2024
Jason looks back at the weekend and shares some stories about sloppy track racing back in the Pacific Northwest.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Feb. 19, 2024
Jason looks back at the big Risen Star day card from Fair Grounds, including Sierra Leone's win in the Risen Star.
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Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Double at Turf Paradise
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Feb. 19 at Aqueduct and Turf Paradise, including an 8-1 longshot.
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Sierra Leone becomes 6-1 individual favorite in KDFW Pool 4
The overarching story was the impact of Saturday’s Risen Star (G2) in the midst of the betting window – and the ensuing plunge on Sierra Leone.
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Tampa Bay Downs: Betting the $2,706 Super High 5 carryover
Do you have what it takes to select the top five finishers in Sunday’s first race at Tampa Bay Downs? If you can, you’ll win a share of a $2,706 Super High 5 carryover.
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TwinSpires horse racing podcast playlist - Feb 17-18, 2024
Come join our TwinSpires experts as they make special appearances on horse racing podcasts, including At the Races, Horse Racing Radio, TwinSpires, and Jason Beem's podcast. Be sure to tune in to our TwinSpires horse racing playlist before races begin!
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Simply Maverick is the one to beat in a Feb. 18 handicap at Sha Tin (Photo by Hong Kong Jockey Club)
Hong Kong Selections Feb. 18: Simply Maverick can boost Derby credentials
Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club furnishes selections and analysis of Sunday’s card at Sha Tin.
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Fair Grounds: A single for the Risen Star day $3,196 Pick 6 carryover
A non-jackpot $3,196 carryover in the $1 Pick 6 adds betting value to an already fantastic Saturday of racing at Fair Grounds.
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How Matt Winn Saved Kentucky Racing with Those Paris Machines
When fans’ ability to bet on the big race was threatened, Colonel Matt Winn went to great lengths to preserve that part of racing and save the Kentucky Derby in the process.
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How to bet With, and Against, V V’s Dream, in the Rachel Alexandra Stakes
An excellent field of seven sophomore fillies will go postward in Saturday’s $300,000 Rachel Alexandra S. (G2) at Fair Grounds.
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Scully: Betting the Fair Grounds All-Stakes Pick 5 on Risen Star Day
A pair of dynamite prep races for the Kentucky Derby (G1) and Oaks (G1), the $400,000 Risen Star (G2) and $300,000 Rachel Alexandra (G2), highlight the guaranteed All-Stakes Pick 5 at Fair Grounds Saturday. Here is how I will play it.
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Hanson: Spot Plays for 2024 Risen Star Day
Uncertainty regarding surfaces and conditions earlier in the program lead me to concentrate ahead of time on the latter portion of a terrific 14-race Risen Star Day card.
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Trackside: 2024 Risen Star Week at Fair Grounds [VIDEO]
TwinSpires is trackside all week from Fair Grounds as we talk with trainers, visit with horses and host barn tours. Our team of Abbey Huffman, Ashley Anderson and Blaise Bollman give you exclusive access to one of the main staging grounds of winter racing and Kentucky Derby hopefuls.
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How to bet the 2024 Dixie Belle Stakes
An octet of three-year-old fillies will dash six panels on the Oaklawn Park dirt in Saturday’s $150,000 Dixie Belle S.
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The Jury: Expert Picks, Bets and Fades for Feb. 17 [Video]
Racing analysts Ashley Anderson, James Scully, and Darin Zoccali examine the Risen Star (G2) and Rachel Alexandra (G2) at Fair Grounds, along with other stakes action around the country. Ashley and James provide their thoughts in the written portion below. Be sure to check out Darin's opinions in our on-camera portion as well!
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Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $30,249 Pick 6 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Feb. 16 at Turfway Park and Santa Anita, along with horses to single in Pick 6 carryovers at Aqueduct and Fair Grounds.
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How to bet the 2024 Dust Commander Stakes
A talented cast of nine will go postward in Saturday’s $125,000 Dust Commander S. at Turfway Park.
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How to bet the 2024 Barbara Fritchie Stakes
A nice field of nine fillies and mares will travel seven panels on the Laurel Park dirt in Saturday’s $200,000 Barbara Fritchie S. (G3).
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Ova Charged wins the Mardi Gras at Fair Grounds (Photo courtesy of Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots)
Catching My Eye: Ova Charged and Doncho on Mardi Gras Day at Fair Grounds
In the $100,000 Mardi Gras Stakes, among the field of nine fillies and mares, one of them didn’t fit, one of them didn’t belong, one of them was not like the others, but one of them absolutely romped.
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Dubai Preview Feb. 16: Silent Film looks to improve from his last start
#7 Silent Film can improve on his last-start second and beat several former stablemates home in the Lord Glitters H. at Meydan on Friday morning.
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Meet the Contenders: 2024 Sunland Park Derby
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Sunland Park Derby at Sunland Park. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
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Tipsheet: 2024 Sunland Park Derby
A talented field of eight sophomores will travel 1 1/16 miles on the dirt on Sunday in the $400,000 Sunland Park Derby (G3).
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Exotics Plays for the 2024 Fair Grounds Stakes
A deep field of 12 will travel nine furlongs on the lawn in Saturday’s $175,000 Fair Grounds S. (G3).
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How to bet the 2024 Royal Delta Stakes
An excellent field of 11 fillies and mares will vie in Saturday’s $150,000 Royal Delta S. (G3) at Gulfstream Park.
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Jason Beem's Thursday Thoughts Feb. 15, 2024
Jason shares some of this thoughts from the racing world including the Risen Star (G2) and Sunland Derby (G3), as well as some other random topics.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Feb. 15, 2024
Jason is joined by Fair Grounds analyst Joe Kristufek to talk about the Risen Star card on Saturday at Fair Grounds.
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Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 6-1 to win on debut
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Feb. 15 at Fair Grounds, Delta Downs, and Turfway Park, including a 6-1 first-time starter.
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Tipsheet: 2024 Risen Star Stakes
An outstanding field of 12 sophomores will travel 1 1/8 miles on the dirt at Fair Grounds in Saturday’s $400,000 Risen Star S. (G2).
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Locked installed at 10-1 for Pool 4 of Kentucky Derby Future Wager
Pool 4 of the 2024 Kentucky Derby Future Wager (KDFW) will be held this week. Wagering opens at noon ET on Friday and concludes Sunday at 6 p.m. $2 win and exacta wagering will be offered.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley Feb. 15
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 5:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
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Longstanding track biases must be considered in handicapping
Not every Thoroughbred racetrack is equally kind to all types of racehorses. For various reasons—the type and composition of the racing surface, the configuration of a specific course layout, etc.—some tracks are more or less kind to horses with certain running styles, or those breaking from particular post positions.
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Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 12-1 Clement longshot
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Feb. 14 at Gulfstream Park, Tampa Bay Downs, and Turfway Park, including horses to play in Turfway’s $1,620 Super High 5 carryover.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Feb. 14, 2024
Jason opens the show discussing the Risen Star (G2) card at Fair Grounds. Then we welcome on TV analyst Elissa Blowe from Woodbine Mohawk to talk harness racing, her career in Ontario, and much more!
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Meet the Contenders: 2024 Risen Star
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Risen Star at Fair Grounds. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
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Racing Roundtable: Sam F. Davis, Suncoast, and Las Virgenes insights
This week, the Racing Roundtable discusses Kentucky Derby and Oaks prep action at Tampa Bay Downs and Santa Anita, including No More Time's win in the Sam F. Davis (G3).
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Feb. 13, 2024
Jason opens the show discussing some racing topics and pays tribute to a colleague who recently passed away. Then he discusses some opinions and topics in the handicapping and betting world that came up on a recent podcast guest spot.
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Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $22,915 Fair Grounds Pick 6
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Feb. 13 at Turf Paradise and Fair Grounds, including analysis of the $22,915 Pick 6 carryover at Fair Grounds.
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Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Winners in Florida and New York
Two-time Kentucky Derby (G1)-winning trainer Todd Pletcher continues to add to his roster of contenders for the 2024 Run for the Roses.
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Feb. 12, 2024
Jason looks back at some of his favorite moments from Saturday's Sam F. Davis card at Tampa Bay Downs.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Feb. 12, 2024
Jason looks back at the big weekend at Tampa Bay Downs, including the Sam F. Davis card from Saturday as well as a mandatory-payout day on Sunday.
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Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Bo Cruz ready for return
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Feb. 12 at Mahoning Valley, Fair Grounds, and Turf Paradise.
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Tampa Bay Downs: Betting the $12,021 Super High 5 carryover
The Sunday card at Tampa Bay Downs kicks off with a $12,021 Super High 5 carryover on the table in Race 1, a $5,000 claimer for horses who haven’t won a race since Aug. 11.
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Hong Kong Selections for Chinese New Year Raceday Feb. 12
It’s Chinese New Year Raceday at Sha Tin on Monday, and Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club has tips for the prosperity-themed program.
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Singles for Pick 6 carryovers at Aqueduct, Fair Grounds
At Aqueduct on Saturday, the $1 Pick 6 has tossed up a carryover worth $16,810. Meanwhile at Fair Grounds, the prize pool for their $1 Pick 6 stands at $7,143.
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Fair odds for 150th Kentucky Derby (Feb. 9 edition)
The Kentucky Derby (G1) points leaderboard is about to undergo some dramatic changes beginning next week with the first 50-points-to-the-winner prep, the Risen Star (G2) at Fair Grounds.
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Tall Tales of the Track, Kentucky Derby Edition: A Man of Firsts
The 150 years of the Kentucky Derby features thousands of stories of both the horses and the people that have been a part of this American tradition. Some names, like Bradley, Calumet, and Whitney, are familiar to fans, but others, especially those part of its earliest years, are less recognizable but equally as important to its long history. One in particular was behind a list of Derby firsts, his horses notable not only for their time on the racetrack but also for their role in the race’s first decade.
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How to bet the 2024 Gulfstream Park Turf Sprint Stakes
A well-matched field of seven turf sprinters will travel five grassy panels in Saturday’s $125,000 Gulfstream Park Turf Sprint S.
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Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Army Officer can outrun odds
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Feb. 9 at Sunland Park, Turfway Park, and Delta Downs, along with a single and a live longshot for the $4,807 Pick 6 carryover at Fair Grounds.
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How to bet the 2024 San Marcos Stakes
A total of six horses will travel 1 1/4 miles on the Santa Anita turf in Saturday’s $100,000 San Marcos S. (G3).
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How to bet the 2024 Ladies Turf Sprint Stakes
A total of nine fillies and mares will run five-eighths on the Gulfstream Park lawn in Sunday’s $100,000 Ladies Turf Sprint S.
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Dubai Preview: Breeders’ Cup placegetter looks in prime position – Feb. 9 2024
Breeders’ Cup placegetter #1 Starlust looks in prime position to get his first three-year-old victory in the Dubai Trophy at Meydan on Friday morning.
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Meet the Contenders: 2024 Sam F. Davis Stakes
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Sam F. Davis S at Tampa Bay Downs. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
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The Jury: Expert Picks, Bets and Fades for Feb. 10 [Video]
Racing analysts Ashley Anderson, James Scully, and Darin Zoccali look at a number of races across the country, including the Sam F. Davis (G3) at Tampa Bay Downs, plus stakes at Gulfstream, and racing at Oaklawn, Fair Grounds, and more. Ashley and James offer their thoughts in the written portion below. Be sure to check out Darin's opinions in our on-camera portion as well!
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Chase the Chaos winning the El Camino Real Derby at Golden Gate Fields (Photo by Vassar Photography)
How to bet the 2024 El Camino Real Derby
A total of eight three-year-olds will travel 1 1/4 miles on the All-Weather at Golden Gate in Saturday’s $100,000 El Camino Real Derby.
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How to bet the 2024 Heavenly Prize Stakes
A field of eight fillies and mares will travel one-mile on the Aqueduct dirt in Saturday’s $150,000 Heavenly Prize S.
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Tipsheet: 2024 Sam F. Davis Stakes
A total of 12 sophomores will travel 1 1/16 miles on Tampa Bay Downs main surface in Saturday’s $250,000 Sam F. Davis S. (G3).
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Jason Beem's Thursday Column for Feb. 8, 2024
Jason discusses the Sam F. Davis (G3) and talks about how in race-calling you can try to prepare for what might happen, but you truly just never know.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Feb. 8, 2024
Jason looks ahead to the big Sam F. Davis card at Tampa Bay Downs, including some impressions on the card and Tampa Bay Downs in general.
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How to bet the 2024 Ozark Stakes
A cast of seven three-year-olds will dash six panels on the Oaklawn Park oval in Saturday’s $150,000 Ozark S.
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Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Pretty Liam can win again
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Feb. 8 at Gulfstream Park and Turfway Park, along with a horse to single in the $1,899 Pick 6 carryover at Fair Grounds.
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Exotics Plays for the 2024 Valdale Stakes
A talented field of 10 sophomore fillies will run 6 1/2 furlongs on the Turfway Park synthetic strip in Saturday’s $125,000 Valdale S.
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Stakes histories can identify strong or vulnerable favorites
Not all stakes races are equally kind to favorites. Some regularly churn out short-priced winners, while others toss up longshots more often than not.
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Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Mandatory-payout $329,521 Pick 5 at Parx
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Feb. 7 at Gulfstream Park and Turfway Park, along with analysis of the mandatory-payout $329,521 Pick 5 carryover at Parx Racing.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Feb. 7, 2024
Jason opens the show discussing some news items and some exciting content in the racing world. Then we welcome in apprentice jockey Melissa Iorio to the show to talk about the start of her riding career, riding in Tampa and the Mid-Atlantic, and so much more!
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Dornoch looking to keep Kentucky Derby in the family
If successful in the Kentucky Derby, not only would Dornoch long be recognized as the winner of an historic edition, but he would also become the first sibling of a Derby winner to also win the race.
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Racing Roundtable: Fierceness upset in Holy Bull, other shocking Kentucky Derby prep results
This week, the Racing Roundtable examines a number of upset winners during a jam-packed weekend of Kentucky Derby and Oaks prep action, including Hades' victory in the Holy Bull (G3), where Fierceness finished a disappointing third as the 1-5 favorite.
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Catching My Eye: Front-running monster Pink Polkadots and three others from Fair Grounds Feb. 1 - 4
We have seen several impressive up-and-coming turf routers so far this meet. St. Armands Key and Ocean Victory come to mind quickly, but two others as well--Pink Polkadots and Le Gris.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley Feb. 7
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 5:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
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Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 8-1 first-time starter
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Feb. 6 at Turf Paradise and Mahoning Valley, including an 8-1 longshot.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Feb. 6, 2024
Jason opens the show discussing some of the news of the day from around horse racing. Then we welcome in trainer Robert "Butch" Reid to the show to talk about his Withers (G3) win with Uncle Heavy, his background in training and racing, and much more!
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Pedigree profile: Nysos
After two blowout victories sprinting, it was no surprise to see Nysos dominate his two-turn debut, winning the one-mile Robert B. Lewis S. (G3) at Santa Anita by 7 1/2 lengths.
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Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Well-bred Tuscan Gold romps
Only time will tell if Tuscan Gold has the talent to win the Kentucky Derby (G1). But there’s no doubt the bay colt has the pedigree to shine on the first Saturday in May.
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Feb. 5, 2024
Jason looks back at the key Kentucky Derby preps from this weekend and the early stages of the road to the first Saturday in May.
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Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Mahoning’s $14,558 Pick 5
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Feb. 5 at Mahoning Valley and Turf Paradise, including a ticket for Mahoning’s $14,558 Pick 5 carryover.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Feb. 5, 2024
Jason looks back at a busy Saturday of Kentucky Derby prep races as the three-year-old divisions heat up. He discusses the Holy Bull from Gulfstream as well as stakes action from Aqueduct, Oaklawn, Santa Anita, and Tampa Bay Downs.
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Golden Gate: How to bet the $5,320 Super High 5 carryover
Do you think you can select the top five finishers in Sunday’s first race at Golden Gate Fields? If you can, you’ll win a share of a $5,320 Super High 5 carryover.
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Fair Grounds: Analyzing the $8,592 Pick 6 carryover
There aren’t any stakes on the Saturday card at Fair Grounds, but there is a non-jackpot Pick 6 carryover worth $8,592 enticing bettors to play.
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TwinSpires horse racing podcast playlist - Feb. 2-4, 2024
Come join our TwinSpires experts as they make special appearances on horse racing podcasts, including At the Races, Horse Racing Radio, TwinSpires, and Jason Beem's podcast. Be sure to tune in to our TwinSpires horse racing playlist before races begin!
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Faded Glory: The Kentucky Derby’s Forgotten Winners (Spokane, 1889)
Spokane’s turn in the Kentucky Derby brought down the house with its thrilling finish, a confrontation that started a rivalry and notched the Montana-bred’s name in the history books.
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Scully: Southwest anchors Pick 3 play at Oaklawn Park
Oaklawn Park features four stakes on Saturday, including a pair of qualifiers for the Kentucky Derby (G1) and Oaks (G1), the $800,000 Southwest (G3) and $250,000 Martha Washington.
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Hong Kong Selections Feb. 4: Helios Express the one to beat in Classic Mile
Analysis of the Feb. 4 card at Sha Tin, courtesy of the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Declan Schuster.
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How to bet the 2024 San Marcos Stakes
Editor's note: Sunday's card was canceled. The San Marcos, rescheduled for Feb. 10, will be redrawn on Wednesday.
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How to bet the 2024 Forego Stakes
A total of eight horses will go postward in the Saturday feature at Turfway Park, the $125,000 Forego S.
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Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Pick 6 carryovers galore
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Feb. 2 at Turfway Park and Delta Downs, along with horses to play in a trio of Pick 6 carryovers at Aqueduct, Fair Grounds, and Santa Anita.
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The Jury: Expert Picks, Bets and Fades for Feb. 3 [Video]
Racing analysts Ashley Anderson, James Scully, and Darin Zoccali discuss Kentucky Derby (G1) and Kentucky Oaks (G1) prep races at Oaklawn, Aqueduct, Gulfstream, and Santa Anita, plus racing at Fair Grounds. Ashley and James give their thoughts in the written portion below. Be sure to check out Darin's opinions in our on-camera portion as well!
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