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Horse Profile: Heavens Gate
Ballydoyle’s second contender fulfills a lot of criteria with her tactical speed from the gate and rock-solid consistency. The question is that Heavens Gate appears to have plateaued, and it’s uncertain if she has much scope to progress beyond what she’s shown so far.
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Horse Profile: American Bikini
When setting or equaling the juvenile track record in her front-running victories, American Bikini has called to mind the panache of sire American Pharoah.
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Horse Profile: Seagulls Eleven
An aggrieved third in the Vincent O’Brien National (G1), where he was mugged by Henri Matisse, Seagulls Eleven has a stealthy look in this spot. He also exits a loss in the Dewhurst (G1), which in the past has been a useful angle. Juvenile Turf winners George Vancouver (2012), Outstrip (2013), and Mendelssohn (at Del Mar in 2017) had placed in the Dewhurst, while Seagulls Eleven was only fourth, but the larger point remains of interest.
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Horse Profile: Hill Road
Hill Road comes off a subpar effort, and one recent report had suggested that he might not run again this season.
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Horse Profile: Magnum Force
Third as the Flying Childers (G2) favorite, Magnum Force has to find a way to reverse form with Aesterius and Big Mojo.
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Horse Profile: Anshoda
Later acquired privately by Team Valor and Gary Barber, Anshoda earned her way in via the “Win and You’re In” Prestige (G3).
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Horse Profile: Ecoro Azel
Most recently a slow-starting fifth to American Bikini (Juvenile Fillies), the Mori-trained Ecoro Azel hopes to get a form boost going into the Juvenile.
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Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Bois Blanc looks live at 8-1
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Oct. 28 at Mahoning Valley and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with analysis of Pick 5 and Pick 6 carryovers at Finger Lakes and Horseshoe Indianapolis.
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Oct. 28, 2024
Jason writes about a small encounter with a Kentucky Derby-winning owner on Sunday in California.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast, Oct. 28, 2024
Jason looks back at the weekend of racing, including action from Santa Anita, Keeneland, Churchill, and more! He also starts to look ahead to this weekend's Breeders' Cup.
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Churchill Downs Sunday picks and $1,000 KDBC/BCBC Qualifier
The big day is here. On Sunday, TwinSpires is hosting a $1,000 Churchill Downs KDBC/BCBC Qualifier tournament.
Tournaments
The Breeders' Cup Betting Guide: Early Edition, Trends, Analysis
The Breeders' Cup Betting Guide: Early Edition offers a first look at what horses are entered and running in the Breeders' Cup, plus 5 trends for every Juvenile race and other key analysis by our team of racing analyst experts.
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Finding vulnerable favorites in the 2024 Breeders' Cup
It's that time again to pick out a few horses to fade for next weekend's festivities at Del Mar, a decision made slightly more difficult following recent defections like National Treasure, who most certainly would have been included on this list.
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Keeneland: $72,981 Pick 6 carryover, $300 feeder tournament
Saturday is closing day of the Keeneland fall meet, and it’s ending on a high note with a $72,981 carryover in the $1 Pick 6.
Tournaments
5 Key Breeders’ Cup Betting Trends for Turf Races
As you plan your wagers for these two championship days, these five trends can help you narrow down your choices for each race as well as those multi-race wagers.
Breeders Cup
2024 Breeders' Cup contenders worth considering at a price
Breeders' Cup Saturday in 2023 was unusual in the 40-year history of the event: a virtual beatdown for bettors looking for longer-priced winners.
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Tarifa gets top billing in Mother Goose Stakes
A strong field of eight three-year-old fillies will take to the Aqueduct dirt in Saturday’s $250,000 Mother Goose S. (G2).
Wagering
Bank Frenzy gets top billing in Empire Classic
A deep field of nine New York-bred runners will travel 1 1/8 miles on the Aqueduct main surface in Sunday’s $250,000 Empire Classic S.
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How to bet the 2024 Rags to Riches Stakes
An octet of two-year-old fillies will run 1 1/16 miles beneath the Twin Spires at Churchill Downs in Sunday’s $200,000 Rags to Riches S.
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Betting the Twilight Derby
A total of seven sophomores will vie in Saturday’s $200,000 Twilight Derby (G2) at Santa Anita.
Wagering
Japan at the Breeders’ Cup: Historical pointers and trends
Japan is expected to send a formidable team to the Nov. 1-2 Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar. Before we begin to look at the likely contenders, let’s review the past Japanese shippers who have competed at the championships.
Analysis
How to bet the Unreachable Star Handicap
An overflow field of 14 sophomores will travel one mile and 70 yards on the Horseshoe Indianapolis main surface in Saturday’s $250,000 Unreachable Star H.
Wagering
How to bet the Bryan Station Stakes
An outstanding field of three-year-olds will travel one mile on the Keeneland green in Saturday’s $600,000 Bryan Station S. (G3).
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Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Santa Anita’s $153,105 Pick 6 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Oct. 25 at Keeneland, Santa Anita, and Remington Park, including a horse to single in Santa Anita’s $153,105 Pick 6 carryover.
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2024 Breeders' Cup: 10 observations from pre-entries
A total of 212 horses have pre-entered the 2024 Breeders’ Cup, slated to take place on Nov. 1-2 at Del Mar. That’s seven horses more than in 2023 and 2022.
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The Jury: Expert Picks, Bets, and Fades for Oct. 25-27 [Video]
Racing analysts James Scully, Ashley Anderson, and Darin Zoccali chew over their best bets and fades at Keeneland, Belmont at the Big A, and Churchill Downs. 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!
Wagering
The best horse racing movies of all time
The best racehorses are judged by the prizes they win and the dollars they earn. It’s only fair to hold the best horse racing movies to the same standard.
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2024 Breeders’ Cup trainer and jockey trends
Below TwinSpires dives deeper into the numbers with the top trainer and jockey trends ahead of 2024.
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Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf: 5 trends for expert betting
Wondering which horses have the best chance to win the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf? We’ve got you covered with five Juvenile Turf trends for expert betting:
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Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Aqueduct’s $124,238 Pick 6 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Oct. 24 at Keeneland and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with horses to play in carryovers at Aqueduct and Presque Isle Downs.
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem Oct. 24, 2024
Jason discusses his first visit to Golden State Racing at Pleasanton, the 75th track he's been able to visit.
Racing
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast, Oct. 24, 2024
Jason catches up on some news and topics from around the world of racing and discusses Keeneland's closing day and Churchill Downs' opening day on Sunday.
Racing Podcast
Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024
Dick Powell handicaps the Wednesday card at Presque Isle Downs.
Analysis
Tipsheet: 2024 Street Sense Stakes
A talented field of 10 juveniles will go postward in Sunday’s $200,000 Street Sense S. (G3) at Churchill Downs.
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Exotics Plays for the Valley View Stakes
An overflow field of 16 three-year-old fillies have been entered for the $350,000 Valley View S. (G2) at Keeneland on Friday.
Wagering
Horse Profile: Emily Upjohn
If Emily Upjohn has been more frustrating to follow than not, she’s capable of firing a devastating broadside when the circumstances align.
Breeders Cup
The best horse racing books of all time
The following six volumes rank among the best horse racing books ever written:
Features
Meet the Contenders: 2024 Street Sense Stakes
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Street Sense S. at Churchill Downs.
Analysis
Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies: 5 trends for expert betting
The Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies is arguably the most straightforward Breeders’ Cup race to analyze in any given year.
Trends
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Keeneland’s $301,896 Pick 5 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Oct. 23 at Mahoning Valley, Horseshoe Indianapolis, and Presque Isle Downs, along with analysis of the $301,896 Pick 5 carryover at Keeneland.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast, Oct. 23, 2024
Jason welcomes Dylan Rossi to the show to talk about his life as a horseplayer and owner, racing social media, and much more!
Racing Podcast
Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024
Dick Powell handicaps the Wednesday card at Presque Isle Downs.
Analysis
Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf: 5 trends for expert betting
Wondering which horse(s) to bet in the Nov. 1 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf (G1) at Del Mar? You’ve come to the right place.
Trends
Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint: 5 trends for expert betting
The first six editions of the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint have produced five noteworthy trends you can use to narrow down the most likely win contenders.
Trends
Breeders’ Cup Juvenile: 6 trends for expert betting
Planning to bet the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile, but not sure which horses(s) to back? These six trends for expert betting can help you narrow down the contenders:
Wagering
Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Cox, Dutrow send out winners
Kentucky Derby (G1)-winning trainers Brad Cox and Rick Dutrow both saddled winning juveniles last week.
Analysis
Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley Oct. 23
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 7:15 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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The best horse racing owners of all time
The history of Thoroughbred horse racing is long and storied. Racehorse owners, each with colorful silks to distinguish their horses from others, have helped chart that history.
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Top 10 best horse racing tracks in the USA
From coast to coast and everywhere in between, the United States is home to many top-tier Thoroughbred racetracks.
Features
Racing Roundtable: Keeneland graded stakes results and Breeders' Cup news
This week, the Racing Roundtable evaluates the top performers from Keeneland's graded stakes over the weekend, plus they talk recent racing news and results that could impact the Breeders' Cup.
Racing
Not Always the First Saturday in May: The Kentucky Derby’s Changing Calendar
Through war, pandemic, and the ever-evolving sport of horse racing, the Run for the Roses has rolled with the punches, finally settling into its familiar place on our calendar.
History
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast, Oct. 22, 2024
Jason opens the show discussing handicapping lower-level claiming races. Then we welcome in Breeders' Cup racecaller Larry Collmus to talk about the big weekend, Del Mar, and some stories from past Breeders' Cups.
Racing Podcast
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: First-timer at 12-1
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Oct. 22 at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Mahoning Valley, including a 12-1 longshot.
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Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024
Dick Powell handicaps Tuesday’s action at Presque Isle Downs and furnishes his selections
Wagering
Breeders’ Cup Roundup: Anmaat, Kalpana win final qualifiers
The 2024 Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar is 11 days away. Catch up on the latest news and developments with our weekly Breeders’ Cup Roundup:
International
Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Oct. 21, 2024
With two big Pick 6 carryovers later this week, Jason writes about the glory days of the old $2 Pick 6 and a big carryover.
Racing
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Oct. 21, 2024
Jason is back and discusses the weekend of racing both on and off the track including action from Keeneland, Aqueduct, California, and more!
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Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Finger Lakes stakes plays
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for a trio of stakes on Monday, Oct. 21 at Finger Lakes and Presque Isle Downs, including horses to play in the $728 Pick 6 carryover at Finger Lakes.
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Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Monday, Oct. 21, 2024
Dick Powell guides you through Monday’s card at Presque Isle Downs.
Wagering
Pick 6 carryovers at Keeneland, Santa Anita, and Aqueduct
A handful of non-jackpot carryovers, including three Pick 6 prize pools, are up for grabs across the country.
Tournaments
Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin night of Oct. 19
The Premier Bowl H. (G2) is the feature at Sha Tin on Sunday. Luke Middlebrook offers selections for the card, which kicks off at 12:45 a.m. (ET) late Saturday night.
International
Keeneland: Saturday carryovers and an enticing tournament
There are three awesome reasons to play the Saturday card at Keeneland.
Wagering
Grade 2 Raven Run trends and field analysis
The highlight of Keeneland’s 10-race card on Saturday, the 26th running of the Raven Run (G2) will pit Stonestreet Stables filly Emery against a tough group of nine rivals in the seven-furlong sprint.
Analysis
Spot Plays for 2024 British Champions Day at Ascot
It's not quite the Breeders' Cup, but Saturday's British Champions Day program at Ascot has itself evolved into an annually intriguing handicapping and betting test.
International
Ontario Derby Exotics Plays
A cast of seven sophomores will run 1 1/8 miles on the Tapeta at Woodbine in Saturday’s $135,000 Ontario Derby (G3).
Wagering
How to bet the Chelsey Flower Stakes
Six juvenile fillies are entered for the outer turf course in Sunday’s $150,000 Chelsey Flower S. at Aqueduct.
Wagering
Saturday Pick 3 Play for Pleasanton
The opening-day feature at Pleasanton on Saturday is the $75,000 Bart Heller S., which is for fillies and mares run at 1 1/8 miles.
Wagering
Breeders’ Cup Rankings for Juvenile Races
A total of five massive contests for two-year-olds will be held during Breeders’ Cup weekend at Del Mar on November 1, as part of the much anticipated ‘Future Stars Friday’ card.
Features
Tabbing an Upset in the Susan’s Girl Stakes
A total of seven juvenile fillies will vie in Saturday’s $200,000 Susan’s Girl S. at Gulfstream Park. The seven-furlong dash on the dirt for Florida-bred fillies is led by Saffie Joseph’s #5 R Morning Brew, who dominated the Desert Vixen S. on the surface to make it two facile wins in succession to begin her career in her latest run.
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Dowager Stakes
An overflow field of 14 fillies and mares will go 1 1/2 miles on the Keeneland green in Sunday’s $300,000 Dowager S. (G3).
Wagering
Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Santa Anita’s $47,835 Pick 6 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Oct. 18 at Keeneland and Remington Park, along with a single for Santa Anita’s $47,835 Pick 6 carryover.
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The Jury: Expert Picks, Bets, and Fades for Oct. 20-21 [Video]
Racing analysts Ashley Anderson, Darin Zoccali, and Nick Tammaro defend their best bets and fades at Keeneland and Parx, plus they look ahead to British Champions Day at Ascot. Ashley offers her thoughts in the written portion below. Be sure to check out Darin and Nick's opinions in our on-camera portion as well!
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem, Oct. 17, 2024
Jason discusses Keeneland's Wednesday finale, where the rider misjudged the finish, the reaction, and much more.
Racing Podcast
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Aqueduct’s $27,998 Pick 6 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Oct. 17 at Keeneland and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with a horse to single in the $27,998 Pick 6 carryover at Aqueduct.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast, Oct. 17, 2024
Jason opens the show discussing a controversial finish at Keeneland from Wednesday. He also talks some gambler psychology as well as looks ahead to some weekend racing.
Racing Podcast
Betting With, and Against, Emery in the Raven Run Stakes
A total of 10 three-year-old fillies will jaunt seven-eighths of a mile on the Keeneland main oval in Saturday’s $350,000 Raven Run S. (G2).
Wagering
How to bet the Athenia Stakes
Eight fillies and mares are entered for the turf in Saturday’s $150,000 Athenia S. at Aqueduct.
Wagering
Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024
Dick Powell offers his selections for the Thursday program at Presque Isle Downs.
Analysis
2024 Breeders' Cup: Will Double payoffs rebound?
A year ago in this space, I wrote that a major emphasis of my wagering plan for the 2023 Breeders' Cup would be to focus more attention on the rolling and two-day Double wagers offered on the weekend.
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How to bet the Oklahoma Classics Cup Stakes
A 10-race card full of stakes contests for Oklahoma-bred runners will be hosted by Remington Park on Friday. The most lucrative event that will take place is the $175,000 Oklahoma Classics Cup S., which attracted a solid field of seven.
Wagering
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 10-1 longshot for Pick 5 carryovers
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Oct. 16 at Keeneland and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with a 10-1 shot to play in a pair of Pick 5 carryovers at Delaware Park.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast, Oct. 16, 2024
Jason welcomes in handicapper Ellis Starr to talk about the current Keeneland meet, playing two year-old races, the Breeders' Cup, and more!
Racing Podcast
Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024
Dick Powell offers his selections for the Wednesday program at Presque Isle Downs.
Analysis
Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Keewaydin impresses at Aqueduct
It’s increasingly apparent that a six-furlong maiden special weight contested on Aug. 24 at Saratoga was a key race with an above-average field.
Features
Racing Roundtable: A look ahead to the 2024 Breeders' Cup
This week, the Racing Roundtable convenes to talk about what caught their eye over the weekend and discuss who it's looking forward to supporting and fading in the Breeders' Cup at Del Mar.
Features
Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley, Oct. 16
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 7:05 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Horseshoe Indianapolis Pick 3
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Oct. 15 at Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with horses to play in carryovers at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Presque Isle Downs.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast, Oct. 15, 2024
Jason welcomes in former jockey Nikeela Abrams to the show to discuss her career in the saddle, becoming a lawyer while being a jockey, her career-ending injury, and road to recovery.
Racing Podcast
Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024
Dick Powell offers his selections for the Tuesday program at Presque Isle Downs.
Wagering
Breeders’ Cup Roundup: Classic field is taking shape
The 2024 Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar is 18 days away. Catch up on the latest news and developments with our weekly Breeders’ Cup Roundup:
International
Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem, Oct. 14, 2024
Jason looks back on his weekend visit to Emerald Downs and enjoying the simulcast races with the regulars up there.
Racing Podcast
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast, Oct. 14, 2024
Jason looks back at a busy weekend of racing action including racing from Keeneland, Belmont at Aqueduct, Maryland Million Day and more!
Racing Podcast
Presque Isle Downs Selections and Analysis for Monday, Oct. 14, 2024
Dick Powell handicaps the holiday Monday card at Presque Isle Downs.
Wagering
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Columbus Day win bets
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Oct. 14 at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Santa Anita, along with a horse to single in the $3,827 Pick 6 carryover at Finger Lakes.
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Tall Tales of the Track, Kentucky Derby Edition: ‘The Truck Horse’ Does Good
The 1918 Kentucky Derby brought the sport one of its most beloved figures, Exterminator, whose surprising victory in the Run for the Roses showed that great performances could come from the most unexpected places.
Features
Exotics Plays for the Knickerbocker Stakes
A competitive cast of six will go 1 1/8 miles on the outer turf at Aqueduct in Sunday’s $175,000 Knickerbocker S. (G3).
Wagering
Santa Anita carryovers: $56,712 Pick 6, $19,049 Super High 5
There are a couple of five-figure, non-jackpot carryovers up for grabs on Sunday at Santa Anita.
Wagering
Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin night of Oct. 12
The Sha Tin Trophy (G2) highlights Sunday’s card that gets underway at 12:35 a.m. ET. Luke Middlebrook furnishes his selections for all the action at Sha Tin.
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