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5 technological advancements propelling horse racing forward
Technology advances at a dizzying pace, influencing seemingly every aspect of life. Even a sport as old as Thoroughbred horse racing is changing with the times.
Features
Best Horse Racing Trainers of All Time
Ask horse racing fans to name the best trainer of all time and you’ll likely hear a wide variety of opinions. But top trainers can also be rated by numerical means.
Analysis
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Jul. 16, 2024
Jason welcomes in trainer Doug Cowans to talk about his marathon star Next. They also discuss training at Turfway, growing up in Ohio, and more! Jason closes the show talking about the math to find imputed win odds from will pays.
Racing Podcast
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Canada Stakes win play
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, July 16 at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Assiniboia Downs, including a win bet in the Canada S.
Best Bets
Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Dick Powell outlines his selections for Tuesday’s card at Presque Isle Downs.
Wagering
Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Monday, July 15, 2024
Dick Powell outlines his selections for Monday’s card at Presque Isle Downs.
Wagering
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem July 15, 2024
Jason looks back at the Diana (G1) from Saratoga and more from the weekend in his Monday Morning Message.
Racing
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast July 15, 2024
Jason looks back at the weekend of racing action from around the country including the first week at Saratoga and opening weekend at Colonial Downs.
Racing Podcast
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Finger Lakes Pick 6 play
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, July 15 at Ellis Park and Finger Lakes, including a ticket for the $940 Finger Lakes Pick 6 carryover.
Best Bets
Gulfstream: How to bet the $4,553 Super High 5 carryover
The $1 Super High 5 went unsolved on Saturday at Gulfstream Park, which means the Sunday card features a $4,553 Super High 5 carryover.
Wagering
The Impact of Horse Age on Speed and Performance
It’s long been understood that the age of a racehorse impacts their speed and performance.
Analysis
Chasing Saturday carryovers at Ellis Park and Colonial Downs
Looking for carryovers to play this Saturday? Ellis Park and Colonial Downs are ready to oblige with non-jackpot options.
Wagering
Hanson: Newmarket Spot Plays for July 13
The third and final day of Newmarket's July Festival on Saturday features two Group events, one that yielded eventual Epsom Derby (G1) winner City of Troy a year ago and the other one of the most significant sprints on the European calendar.
International
The Jury: Expert Picks, Bets and Fades for July 13 [Video]
Racing analysts James Scully and Ashley Anderson debate their best bets and fades for opening weekend at Saratoga and Colonial Downs, as well as Horseshoe Indianapolis racing.
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Diana Stakes
Conditioner Chad Brown has saddled a total of eight winners of the $500,000 Diana S. (G1), including seven since 2016, and he has five chances to extend his mark in the Saturday feature at Saratoga.
Wagering
How to bet Sunday’s Ben’s Cat Stakes at Laurel
A full field of turf dashers will speed six panels on the Laurel Park green in Sunday’s $75,000 Ben’s Cat S.
Wagering
Exciting Bells Beach tops Wilton Stakes
Jeffrey Drown’s #6 Bells Beach (5-2) takes a hefty class rise from the maiden ranks into the stakes waters in Friday’s $135,000 Wilton S. at Saratoga.
Wagering
Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin July 14
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 4 a.m. (ET). Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
International
Tall Tales of the Track, Kentucky Derby Edition: Taking a (Long) Shot at Roses
Though the early list for the 1972 Kentucky Derby featured names like Riva Ridge and No Le Hace, as the race grew closer, a maiden named One Eyed Tom grew closer to making his owner’s Derby dreams come true. However, to make his shot at rosy glory a reality, the gelding needed to pass one very important test: the gate test.
Features
Exotics Plays for the Boston Stakes
A total of eight sophomores will run one mile on outer turf at Colonial Downs in Saturday’s $125,000 Boston S.
Wagering
How to bet the Beverly D. Preview Stakes
An octet of fillies and mares will run 1 1/16 miles on the outer Colonial Downs turf in the $125,000 Beverly D. Preview S. on Saturday.
Wagering
Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Saratoga’s $116,882 Pick 6 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, July 12 at Gulfstream Park and Colonial Downs, along with horses to play in Pick 6 carryovers at Saratoga and Colonial Downs.
Best Bets
Grade 3 Sanford S. trends and field analysis
A field of eight two-year-olds will contest the 108th running of the Sanford S. (G3) on Saturday, July 13, during opening weekend of Saratoga’s summer meet.
Wagering
How to bet the Horseshoe Indianapolis Stakes
An overflow field of 13 three-year-old fillies will run one mile on the lawn in Saturday’s $150,000 Horseshoe Indianapolis S.
Wagering
Betting With, and Against, Integration in the Million Preview Stakes
Shug McGaughey’s #4 Integration (1-1), who was ultra-impressive in winning two starts on the Colonial Downs course last campaign, tops a six-horse cast in Saturday’s $125,000 Million Preview S.
Wagering
Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem Jul. 11, 2024
Jason shares some thoughts about Colonial Downs and the first five years since it's rebirth in 2019.
Racing
Sprint great Groovy deserving of a Hall of Fame nod
Groovy, arguably the most significant Texas-bred since the days of King Ranch, was a powerhouse. When he was allowed to specialize at what he did best, that is.
Features
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Jul. 11, 2024
Jason looks ahead to a big Saturday of racing as there's great stakes action at Saratoga and Colonial Downs.
Racing Podcast
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Hawthorne’s $12,876 Pick 5
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, July 11 at Colonial Downs and Saratoga, along with a single for the $12,876 Pick 5 carryover at Hawthorne.
Best Bets
Racing Roundtable: Should Next attempt the Breeders' Cup Classic?
This week, the Racing Roundtable examines the Belmont Oaks (G1) and Belmont Derby (G1), whether Next should attempt the Breeders' Cup Classic (G1), and what else caught their eye from the weekend.
Analysis
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Jul. 10, 2024
Jason opens the show discussing some news in the world of racing. Then he welcomes in Colonial Downs' director of racing Frank Hopf to talk about the upcoming season, some changes to the meet, and much more!
Racing Podcast
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Canterbury 9-2 shot
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, July 10 at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Canterbury Park, including a first-time starter at 9-2 odds.
Best Bets
Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Dick Powell outlines his selections for Wednesday’s card at Presque Isle Downs.
Racing
Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley July 10
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:35 a.m. (ET). Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
International
Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Dick Powell outlines his selections for Tuesday’s card at Presque Isle Downs.
Wagering
Which breeding farm produces the most successful racehorses?
They say a good racehorse can come from anywhere, and that’s absolutely true. But some “anywheres” produce top-notch racehorses on a regular basis.
Analysis
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 40% winning angle
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, July 9 at Horseshoe Indianapolis, Presque Isle Downs, and Assiniboia Downs.
Best Bets
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Jul. 9, 2024
Jason opens the show discussing Saratoga's upcoming opening day. Then we welcome in longtime racing television host and reporter Britney Eurton to talk about her career in racing broadcasting, covering the Olympics for NBC, and much more!
Racing Podcast
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Clean Machine drops in class
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, July 8 at Finger Lakes and Thistledown, along with a horse to single in the $1,293 Pick 5 carryover at Presque Isle Downs.
Best Bets
Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem July 8, 2024
Jason discusses another big win from Next and why he's the coolest horse in training.
Racing
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast July 8, 2024
Jason looks back at the weekend of racing, including racing from Aqueduct, Prairie Meadows, and the Indiana Derby card at Horseshoe Indianapolis.
Racing Podcast
2024 horse racing schedule: Key dates for summer and autumn seasons
The North American horse racing scene is packed with important races through the summer and fall. Here’s a schedule of milestone events in the coming months:
Breeders Cup
Carryovers: Aqueduct’s $114,388 Pick 6, Ellis Park’s $6,219 Super High 5
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson recommends horses to play in a pair of Sunday carryovers at Ellis Park and Aqueduct.
Wagering
The role of jockey techniques in maximizing horse speed
There are many ways jockeys can maximize the speed of the racehorses they ride. Some can be analyzed mathematically.
Education
Ellis Park: How to bet the $4,692 Super High 5 carryover
The first Saturday of the Ellis Park meet is a good one. The $125,000 Pea Patch S. is the feature event, and there’s a $4,692 carryover in the $1 Super High 5.
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Belmont Oaks
An excellent field of nine sophomore fillies will run 1 3/16 miles on the Aqueduct turf in Saturday’s $500,000 Belmont Oaks (G1). The field for the grassy affair has class from top to bottom, and the contest will undoubtedly be an exciting one.
Wagering
How to bet the Lake Huron Stakes
Kicking off a card with a stakes race is not especially common, but I love it. The Sunday opener at Woodbine will see a handful of sophomores dash five panels on the inner turf course in the $100,000 Lake Huron S. This is a competitive heat despite the six of the cast.
Wagering
War Like Goddess tops Robert G. Dick Memorial
Multiple Grade 1 victress #9 War Like Goddess (3-1) will make her first appearance at Delaware Park when leading a cast of nine postward in Sunday’s $250,000 Robert G. Dick Memorial S. (G3). One of two graded tilts on a fine card, the affair boasts multiple excellent performers in a race that is truly worthy of being a graded contest. But, it all starts with the exceptional mare.
Wagering
Betting the 2024 Hendrie Stakes
An outstanding field of 12 fillies and mares will go 6 1/2 furlongs over Woodbine’s Tapeta surface in Saturday’s $135,000 Hendrie S. (G3). This is a very classy group featuring synthetic specialists and proven turf performers, and I surely have to spread my wagers out using multiple runners.
Wagering
Breeders’ Cup betting handle keeps growing through the years
The Breeders’ Cup has ranked among the most important events in horse racing since its inaugural running in 1984. It’s also one of the biggest betting days.
Analysis
Each-way bets in horse racing explained: places, payoffs, and examples
What is an each-way bet in horse racing? American fans might not be familiar with the term. It’s a common bet in the fixed-odds bookmaking world of the United Kingdom, but pari-mutuel betting in the U.S. lacks a direct equivalent.
Education
The Jury: Expert Picks, Bets and Fades for July 6 [Video]
Racing analysts James Scully, Ashley Anderson, and special guest Kevin Kerstein debate their best bets and fades for Ellis Park's opening weekend, Horseshoe Indianapolis' Indiana Derby (G3) card, Prairie Meadows, and more. Ashley and James provide their thoughts in the written portion below. Be sure to check out Kevin's opinions in our on-camera portion as well!
Wagering
Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin July 6
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 4 a.m. (ET). Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
International
Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $35,041 Los Alamitos Pick 6
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, July 5 at Ellis Park, Aqueduct, and Horseshoe Indianapolis, plus a horse to single in the $35,041 Pick 6 carryover at Los Alamitos.
Best Bets
Horseshoe Indianapolis: How to bet the 2024 Indiana Oaks
A total of eight three-year-old fillies will travel 1 1/16 miles on the dirt in Saturday’s $200,000 Indiana Oaks (G3). And I feel that the pair of contenders drawn to the outside will be prominent under the wire.
Wagering
Betting With, and Against, Moonlit Lady in the Pea Patch Stakes
An especially competitive field of 12 three-year-old fillies will contest Saturday’s $125,000 Pea Patch S. at Ellis Park. The 5 1/2 furlong turf dash is led by #4 Moonlit Lady (5-2), who was an impressive turf allowance winner two back at Churchill Downs in her lone run on the lawn to date.
Wagering
Delaware Park: 2024 Delaware Oaks Exotics Plays
A nice field of seven three-year-old fillies will vie in the $300,000 Delaware Oaks (G3) on Saturday. The 1 1/16-mile affair attracted five stakes heroines and an up-and-coming filly in a tricky race to decipher.
Wagering
Grade 1 Belmont Derby trends and field analysis
The 75th running of the Belmont Derby (G1) will descend upon Belmont at the Big A on Saturday, July 6. The annual fixture of Belmont Park will temporarily relocate while the Elmont, New York track undergoes renovations and will return to Aqueduct, which previously held the event in 1960, 1975-77, 1979-81, and 1987.
Analysis
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Fourth of July win bets
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, July 4 at Aqueduct and Ellis Park, along with horses to play in the $1,641 Pick 5 carryover at Presque Isle Downs.
Best Bets
How to bet the 2024 Dade Park Dash Stakes
A cast of eight three-year-olds will run 5 1/2 grassy panels in Thursday’s $125,000 Dade Park Dash S. at Ellis Park. The trio of morning-line choices are all speedsters, and I feel that the winner of the dash will rally from off the pace at a price.
Wagering
Belmont at Aqueduct: Next The Key to 2024 Brooklyn Stakes
Defending champ #6 Next (4-5) will aim to retain his crown in the $200,000 Brooklyn S. (G2) at Aqueduct on Friday, and I see no reason why he won’t.
Wagering
Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Dick Powell outlines his selections for Wednesday’s card at Presque Isle Downs.
Wagering
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Parx’s $272,981 Pick 5 mandatory payout
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, July 3 at Delaware Park, Presque Isle Downs, and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with a horse to single in the mandatory-payout $272,981 Pick 5 carryover at Parx Racing.
Best Bets
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Jul. 3, 2024
Jason discusses some of the news of the week in racing to open the show. Then he discusses some racing from Prairie Meadows, Ellis Park, and Belmont at Aqueduct.
Racing Podcast
Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley July 4
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. (ET). Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
International
Racing Roundtable: Kingsbarns' Stephen Foster victory and Churchill's closing weekend
This week, the Racing Roundtable discusses Kingsbarns' triumph in the Stephen Foster (G1), stakes results from Churchill Downs' closing weekend of the spring meet, and other racing action that caught their eye.
Analysis
Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Dick Powell outlines his selections for Tuesday’s card at Presque Isle Downs.
Wagering
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Jul. 2, 2024
Jason welcomes in Santa Anita and Saratoga announcer Frank Mirahmadi to the show to discuss the upcoming Saratoga season, the Belmont Stakes (G1), and his recent appearance on the Price is Right.
Racing Podcast
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 6-1 shots at Indianapolis
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, July 2 at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Thistledown, along with horses to single in the $6,024 Pick 6 carryover at Finger Lakes.
Best Bets
Tournament Strategy: Interview with Mike VanRyckeghem, winner of Twinspires $2,500 NHC Qualifier Feeder #5
After seven feeder tournaments offering $2,500 each this past fall, the day has finally come for NHC seats to be on the line in the Twinspires $5,000 NHC Qualifier.
Features
Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem July 1, 2024
Jason looks back at Saturday's Stephen Foster and talks about the race's history.
Racing
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: July 1, 2024
Jason looks back at the weekend of racing, including the big Stephen Foster card at Churchill Downs as well as a stakes Saturday at Woodbine.
Racing Podcast
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Presque Isle Pick 5 carryovers
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, July 1 at Thistledown and Hastings Racecourse, along with a horse to single in a pair of Pick 5 carryovers at Presque Isle Downs.
Best Bets
A single for Churchill’s $357,208 Pick 6 mandatory payout
The Churchill Downs spring meet wraps up on Sunday with five stakes and the mandatory payout of a $357,208 carryover in the 20-cent “Derby City 6” Pick 6.
Wagering
Churchill: How to bet the $11,512 Super High 5 carryover
Saturday’s stakes-packed card at Churchill Downs kicks off on a high note. Race 1 isn’t a stakes—it’s a $50,000 claimer—but it does feature an $11,512 carryover in the $1 Super High 5.
Wagering
Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin July 1
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 4 a.m. (ET). Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
International
All-Stakes Pick 3 for Churchill Downs on Sunday, June 30
Five black-type races will help comprise an excellent card at Churchill Downs on Sunday. Mucciolo will focus on the latter trio of stakes races, which is a challenging sequence that could yield a healthy return.
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Los Alamitos Derby
A compact field of five sophomores will vie in the $100,000 Los Alamitos Derby on Saturday.
Wagering
Woodbine Stakes Pick 5 Play for Saturday, June 29
A total of five graded races will take place at Woodbine on Saturday.
Wagering
All-Stakes Pick 3 for Churchill Downs on June 29
A total of six stakes races, led by the $1 million Stephen Foster S. (G1), will take place beneath the Twin Spires on Saturday afternoon. I’ll take aim at the three-race sequence leading up to the feature in hopes of boosting my bankroll for the big one.
Wagering
Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Churchill’s $8,672 Super High 5 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, June 28 at Churchill Downs and Gulfstream Park, including a horse to emphasize in Churchill’s $8,672 Super High 5 carryover.
Best Bets
Betting With, and Against, First Mission in the Stephen Foster Stakes
A very talented field of nine will travel 1 1/8 miles on the Churchill Downs dirt in Saturday’s $1 million Stephen Foster S. (G1). The feature on a huge day of racing is led by recent Alysheba (G2) romper #2 First Mission (6-5) for trainer Brad Cox.
Wagering
Churchill: Exotics Plays for the Tepin Stakes
A field of 11 sophomore fillies will travel one mile on the Churchill Downs lawn in Saturday’s $250,000 Tepin S. The finale on a sensational card attracted a very good crew in what appears to be a well-matched group, but I’ll be centering my wagers around one filly.
Wagering
Aqueduct: How to bet the Manila Stakes
A compact field of six will vie in Saturday’s $250,000 Manila S. (G3) at Aqueduct. The one-mile turf event features a trio of horses to the inside who will be forwardly placed, while the three outside runners will be coming from off of the pace.
Wagering
The Jury: Expert Picks, Bets and Fades for June 29 [Video]
Racing analysts James Scully, Ashley Anderson, and Darin Zoccali give out their best bets and fades for Churchill Downs' closing weekend. 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!
Wagering
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $1.2 million juvenile debuts
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, June 27 at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Churchill Downs, including horses to play in Churchill’s $2,817 Super High 5 carryover.
Best Bets
Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem Jun. 27, 2024
Jason discusses content in racing and motivations for creating content in the racing space.
Racing
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Jun. 27, 2024
Jason looks ahead to the upcoming weekend at Churchill Downs featuring the Stephen Foster (G1). He also discusses when players begin looking at new wagers for their wagering arsenal.
Racing Podcast
Grade 1 Stephen Foster Stakes trends and field analysis
Closing weekend of Churchill Downs’ 2024 spring meet will present the $1 million Stephen Foster S. (G1), a Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” challenge series race that will grant the winner free, automatic entry into the Nov. 2 Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1) at Del Mar.
Wagering
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Jun. 26, 2024
Jason discusses looking at our handicapping flaws in the show open. Then we welcome in trainer Jorge Duarte Jr. to talk about his barn, training in New Jersey, and much more!
Racing Podcast
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Longshots at Churchill, Finger Lakes
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, June 26 at Churchill Downs and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with price plays in the $894 Pick 6 carryover at Finger Lakes.
Best Bets
Racing Roundtable: Royal Ascot recap and Batten Down's future
This week, the Racing Roundtable analyzes Royal Ascot's five-day meeting, Batten Down's future following his Ohio Derby (G3) win, and what else stood out from the weekend of racing.
Royal Ascot
Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Wednesday June 26, 2024
Dick Powell outlines his selections for Wednesday’s card at Presque Isle Downs.
Wagering
Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley June 26
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. (ET). Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
International
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast June 25, 2024
Jason welcomes in Kevin Gorg from Canterbury Park to talk about their season, the track's history, and much more!
Racing Podcast
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: A 47% winning angle
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, June 25 at Presque Isle Downs and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a well-bred first-time starter.
Best Bets
Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Dick Powell explains his selections for Tuesday’s card at Presque Isle Downs.
Wagering
Top 10 takeaways from Royal Ascot 2024
How do you distill five fantastic days of racing, at a sun-baked Royal Ascot? Very subjectively! Here are my main impressions from the week:
Analysis