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Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Colonial Downs kicks off
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, March 12 at Colonial Downs and Turfway Park, emphasizing the opening-day action of Colonial’s three-day Virginia Derby meet.
Turfway Park
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 12, 2026
Jason opens the show with some betting discussions before welcoming in Kellie Reilly for International Radar. And he looks ahead to racing from Colonial and Gulfstream this weekend.
Racing Podcast
Hanson, Scully handicap Pool 5 of Kentucky Derby Future Wager, Kentucky Oaks Future Wager
Pool 5 of the Kentucky Derby Future Wager (KDFW) will be offered this weekend, along with the lone Kentucky Oaks Future Wager (KOFW). Vance Hanson and James Scully will preview an individual and joint selection to back for both pools.
Betting Info
Pick 4 of the Week: Colonial Downs Saturday, March 14, 2026
There is an excellent four-race sequence to close out the big Colonial Downs card on Saturday, led by the $500,000 Virginia Derby.
Wagering
How to bet the Boston Handicap
A good field of seven will run seven-eighths on the dirt at Colonial Downs on Friday in the $150,000 Boston Handicap.
Racing
Cheltenham Festival Day 3: Heavy favorites in two features
Day three of the four-day Cheltenham Festival features two major open races: the Stayers Hurdle, over three miles, and the Ryanair Chase, over 2 1/2 miles. Both have heavy favorites: Teahupoo and Fact To File, respectively.
Wagering
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Tipsheet: 2026 Virginia Derby
A well-matched field of 10 sophomores will run 1 1/8 miles on the Colonial Downs main strip in Saturday’s $500,000 Virginia Derby.
Kentucky Derby
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 11, 2026
Jason is in Ocala and discusses the scene at the March two-year-old sale. Then we welcome in Mike Mutnansky from Barstool Sports to talk about his trip to NHC, trying to qualify, racing content world, and more!
Racing Podcast
Paladin heads KDFW Pool 5, Zany favored in Oaks Future
The fifth pool of the 2026 Kentucky Derby Future Wager (KDFW) and lone Kentucky Oaks Future Wager (KOFW) will be offered this week beginning at noon ET on Friday.
Wagering
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Baby Max drops in class
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, March 11, at Turf Paradise and Turfway Park, including a cold daily double.
Turfway Park
Cheltenham Festival Day 2: Champion Chase headlines three Grade 1 races
Day two of the four-day Cheltenham Festival is highlighted by the Queen Mother Champion Chase, for two-mile steeplechasers.
Wagering
Meet the Contenders: 2026 Virginia Derby
Meet the horses running in the 2026 Virginia Derby at Colonial Downs. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
Analysis
Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley March 11
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
International
Kentucky Derby Roundup: Potente, The Puma gain momentum
The 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) is 53 days away. Catch up on the latest news and notes as the Road to the Kentucky Derby unfolds:
Triple Crown
Yes, She Can: Female Jockey Representation in America's Elite Races
While Julie Krone remains the only woman to win a Triple Crown classic—her historic 1993 Belmont Stakes win aboard Colonial Affair—pioneers like Patti Cooksey and Rosie Napravnik have continued to prove that strength and strategy know no gender.
Trends
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Welder Stakes exacta
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, March 10 at Turf Paradise and Will Rogers Downs, including an exacta in the Welder S.
Best Bets
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 10, 2026
Jason welcomes in the voice of the Kentucky Derby, Travis Stone, to talk about this year's Derby Trail, the upcoming Virginia Derby, announcing in tough conditions, and more!
Racing Podcast
Cheltenham Festival 2026 Day 1: Champion Hurdle Highlights Intriguing Card
Day one is highlighted with the Champion Hurdle – third on the nationwide betting list a year ago – and features two other Grade 1 events. Here are some suggestions for getting in on the fun.
Wagering
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: The Puma
A relentless outside rally from last place carried The Puma to a determined victory in the 1 1/16-mile Tampa Bay Derby (G3) on the Road to the Kentucky Derby.
Features
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Potente
It’s safe to say Into Mischief is the dominant Kentucky Derby (G1) sire of the 2020s. His influence extends not only to Kentucky Derby Day but throughout the Road to the Kentucky Derby.
Features
Faded Glory: Forgotten Kentucky Derby Winners (Lawrin, 1938)
While the majority of the 150 winners of the Kentucky Derby were born in the Bluegrass State, 14 other states boast Derby victors of their own, with seven producing one each. New York has Funny Cide, Maryland gave us Kauai King, and in 1938, Kansas got its lone victory with a colt named Lawrin.
Features
Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Taptastic overcomes tough trip
Two months out from the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1), promising three-year-olds are still posting eye-catching maiden wins around the country.
Analysis
The Heart that Wears the Crown: Affirmed
But who was the lanky chestnut colt that came out on top, the one that followed Seattle Slew into history a scant 12 months after his own classic campaign? The combination of an easygoing disposition, a clever mind, and an iron will gave Affirmed everything he would need to turn away his challengers and become an immortal.
Features
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 8-1 shot at Fair Grounds
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, March 9 at Fair Grounds, Will Rogers Downs, and Turf Paradise, along with analysis of Pick 5 and Super High 5 carryovers at Sunland Park.
Fair Grounds
Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Mar. 9, 2026
Jason discusses his day at Tampa Bay Downs and the Tampa Bay Derby (G3).
Racing
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 9, 2026
Jason looks back at the weekend including the big card from Tampa Bay Downs as well as the San Felipe (G2) and Big 'Cap from Santa Anita.
Racing Podcast
Santa Anita: Analyzing Sunday’s $67,799 Pick 6 carryover
An action-packed weekend of racing at Santa Anita continues on Sunday with a $67,799 carryover in the traditional $2 Pick 6.
Wagering
Fair Grounds: Single for Saturday’s $24,712 Pick 5 carryover
The betting highlight of Saturday’s card at Fair Grounds is a $24,712 carryover in the 50-cent Late Pick 5.
Fair Grounds
Horse Racing This Weekend: Key Races, Top Horses & Best Bets [Mar. 6]
Find out everything you need to know about key races, top horse, and best bets with TwinSpires horse racing this weekend.
Tournaments
Late Pick 5 Preview: Santa Anita Big Cap Day [VIDEO]
The TwinSpires Late Pick 5 Preview Show returns with Nick Tammaro joined by special guest Jackson Muniz to break down Saturday’s Late Pick 5 at Santa Anita Park
Video
Live-Money Contest Talk: The Leaderboard Show with HHH Racing Podcast, Episode 17 [VIDEO]
The HHH Podcast crew takes a lookback at last weekend's TwinSpires Tournaments results and previews the upcoming weekend.
Wagering
Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin night of March 7
Luke Middlebrook guides you through the card at Sha Tin, with a first post of 11:30 p.m. ET Saturday night.
Wagering
Horse Racing Tournament Talk: Weekend recap, upcoming horse racing tourney's, & big winners [March 6, 2026]
Join us as we bring you everything you need to know about tournaments.
Wagering
Faded Glory: Forgotten Kentucky Derby Winners (Dust Commander, 1970)
In 1970, Dust Commander made dreams come true for a journeyman jockey, a young trainer, and a family new to racing, a victory that rewarded the faith of the few who believed in this long shot from the Land of Lincoln.
Kentucky Derby
Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Carryovers around the country
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, March 6, at Tampa Bay Downs and Turfway Park, along with horses to bet in a trio of enticing carryovers at Gulfstream Park, Santa Anita, and Turfway Park.
Turfway Park
Dubai: Preview of Meydan March 6
The Dubai Racing Club previews Friday’s card, which is scheduled to go forward at 8:30 a.m. ET.
International
Super Corredora upsets the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies (G1) at Del Mar (Photo by Horsephotos.com)
How to bet the 2026 Santa Ysabel Stakes
Seven sophomore fillies will vie in Sunday's $100,000 Santa Ysabel (G3) at Santa Anita.
Wagering
Meet the Contenders: 2026 Tampa Bay Derby
Meet the horses running in the Tampa Bay Derby (G3) at Tampa Bay Downs in Tampa, Fla. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
Kentucky Derby
How to play New Zealand's richest raceday
Tune in Friday night for racing at Ellerslie racecourse in Auckland, which stages this weekend's richest program in the world.
International
How to bet the Big Daddy Stakes
A well-matched field of seven will travel six panels on Turfway’s Tapeta surface in Saturday’s $125,000 Big Daddy S.
Racing
Pick 3 of the Week: Santa Anita Saturday, March 7
The Pick 3 of the Week will come from Santa Anita on Saturday, with a trio of races for sophomores as my focus.
Wagering
Pick 4 of the Week: Tampa Bay Downs Saturday, March 7
Three of the four graded races being contested during the signature day of the meeting at Tampa Bay Downs will be part of the Pick 4 of the Week.
Wagering
Exotics Plays for the Florida Oaks
A talented and well-matched field of 11 three-year-old fillies will travel 1 1/16 miles on the Tampa Bay Downs turf in Saturday’s $200,000 Florida Oaks (G3).
Racing
Betting With, and Against, Nitrogen in the Azeri Stakes
Six fillies and mares will try to knock off champion #2 Nitrogen (4-5) in the $400,000 Azeri (G2) at Oaklawn Park on Saturday.
Racing
Tipsheet: 2026 Tampa Bay Derby
An excellent cast of nine sophomores will run 1 1/16 miles on the Tampa main strip in Saturday’s $400,000 Tampa Bay Derby (G3).
Kentucky Derby
Kentucky Oaks Roundup: Explora returns to top form; Super Corredora vies to do the same
Here’s a look at the latest news and notes as the Road to the Kentucky Oaks continues.
Racing
Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem Mar. 5, 2026
Jason discusses this weekend's Tampa Bay Derby and shares some memories of the race.
Racing
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 5, 2026
Jason welcomes Kellie Reilly for our weekly International Radar segment and discusses Saturday's upcoming Tampa Bay Derby card.
Racing Podcast
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Oaklawn’s $53,697 Pick 6 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, March 5 at Fair Grounds and Turfway Park, along with horses to single in Oaklawn’s $53,697 Pick 6 carryover.
Fair Grounds
Tipsheet: 2026 San Felipe Stakes
A strong cast of seven three-year-olds will run 1 1/16 miles on the main course at Santa Anita in Saturday’s $200,000 San Felipe (G2).
Kentucky Derby
Meet the Contenders: 2026 San Felipe Stakes
Meet the horses running in the 2025 San Felipe (G2) at Santa Anita. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
Racing
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Double at Tampa Bay Downs
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, March 4, at Tampa Bay Downs and Turf Paradise, including a daily double.
Best Bets
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 4, 2026
Jason looks ahead to Santa Anita's Saturday card and welcomes in Tampa Bay Downs Stakes Coordinator Jackson Zehr to talk about recruiting horses to races, the Tampa Bay Derby, and more!
Racing Podcast
Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley March 4
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 5:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
International
Kentucky Derby Roundup: Commandment among weekend winners
The 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) is 60 days away. Catch up on the latest news and notes as the Road to the Kentucky Derby unfolds:
Triple Crown
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Turf Paradise Pick 3
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, March 3 at Turf Paradise, including a cold Pick 3 wager.
Best Bets
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 3, 2026
Jason discusses some news topics from the weekend and then welcomes in Michelle Yu to talk Santa Anita Big Cap day, Saudi Cup, and much more!
Racing Podcast
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Class President
Ten years ago, a young stallion named Uncle Mo made headlines when his son Nyquist prevailed in the 2016 Kentucky Derby (G1).
Triple Crown
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Commandment
Can Commandment make history and become the fourth son of perennial leading North American sire Into Mischief to win the Kentucky Derby (G1)?
Features
The Heart that Wears the Crown: Secretariat
Fifty years and 31 lengths ago, Secretariat sailed into the history books as the ninth horse to win the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and the Belmont Stakes, our American Triple Crown.
Triple Crown
Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Giant win for Cherokee Nation
Eight years ago, Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert saddled February maiden winner Justify to win the Kentucky Derby (G1). Can Cherokee Nation do the same?
Analysis
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Iron Honor
A determined charge down the Aqueduct homestretch carried Iron Honor to a one-length victory in the Gotham (G3) on the Road to the Kentucky Derby.
Triple Crown
Faded Glory: Forgotten Kentucky Derby Winners (Worth, 1912)
In Louisville, the big show went on as racing fans once again celebrated another Kentucky Derby, its victor a champion colt whose brief time on the racetrack left the sport wondering “what if?”
Kentucky Derby
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Sunland Park Pick 5 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, March 2 at Sunland Park, Will Rogers Downs, and Turf Paradise, including a horse to single in Sunland’s $845 Pick 5 carryover.
Best Bets
Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Mar. 2, 2026
Jason writes about Sandman and finding his level in racing.
Racing
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 2, 2026
Jason looks back at a busy weekend of racing including thrilling finishes in the Fountain of Youth (G2) and Rebel S. (G2), as well as the Gotham (G3) card from Aqueduct.
Racing Podcast
The Triple Crown and sports: An intersection of history, Part IV
Join us as we examine what was going on in the sports world during each year a Triple Crown winner emerged.
Racing
Oaklawn: Tournaments, carryover among Sunday betting options
There are plenty of enticing betting opportunities for bettors to pursue on a stakes-packed Sunday at Oaklawn Park.
Tournaments
Analyzing Aqueduct’s $19,875 Pick 6 carryover
The final day of February brings a $19,875 carryover in the $1 Pick 6 at Aqueduct.
Wagering
Horse Racing This Weekend: Key Races, Top Horses & Best Bets [Feb 28]
Find out everything you need to know about key races, top horse, and best bets with TwinSpires horse racing this weekend.
Wagering
Late Pick 5 Preview: Oaklawn Park Sunday [VIDEO]
TwinSpires handicapper and Sam Houston Race Park track announcer Nick Tammaro is joined by Oaklawn Park track announcer Matt Dinnerman for a can’t-miss preview of Sunday’s Late Pick 5 at Oaklawn Park.
Video
Scully: Oaklawn Spot Plays for Feb. 28-March 1
Spot plays at Oaklawn Park this weekend (Feb. 28-March 1) from James Scully.
Wagering
Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin the night of Feb. 28
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 11:30 p.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
International
Japan's ascent in international horse racing: World rankings tell the tale
Japan has dispatched a series of outstanding Thoroughbred ambassadors on the world stage in recent years, becoming a force in international racing festivals.
Kentucky Derby
Pick 4 of the Week: Oaklawn Park Sunday, March 1
The two graded stakes races on the big card at Oaklawn Park on Sunday will be a part of the Pick 4 of the Week.
Wagering
Pick 3 of the Week: Fair Grounds Saturday, Feb. 28
The Pick 3 of the Week will come from Fair Grounds on Saturday.
Racing
Spot Plays for Gulfstream, Fair Grounds Feb. 28, 2026
I'll concentrate on a couple of plays in the early Double there, and will take a look at the feature at Fair Grounds later in the afternoon.
Wagering
The Most Predictive Horse Racing Metrics: What Actually Moves the Odds
Intuitively, we know hot jockeys, hot trainers, and strong speed figures are some of the major handicapping angles that attract betting support. But what does the data say?
Trends
Live-Money Contest Talk: The Leaderboard Show with HHH Racing Podcast, Episode 16 [VIDEO]
The HHH Podcast takes a look back at last weekend's TwinSpires Tournaments results and previews the upcoming weekend's $800 Rebel Stakes Kentucky Derby Betting Challenge Qualifier from Oaklawn Park.
Best Bets
Horse Racing Tournament Talk: Weekend recap, upcoming horse racing tourney's, & big winners [Feb 28 - March 1]
Get ready to discuss last weekend's tournaments, assess upcoming tournament potential and congratulate our weekend winners. Join us as we bring you everything you need to know about tournaments.
Tournaments
Faded Glory: Forgotten Kentucky Derby Winners (Sunny’s Halo, 1983)
Sunny’s Halo bested injury and a full field on Derby Day to bring another victory in the Run for the Roses back to the Great White North.
Features
Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Santa Anita’s $198,741 Pick 6 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Feb. 27 at Turfway Park, along with a horse to single in Santa Anita’s $198,741 Pick 6 carryover.
Turfway Park
Rebel’s Romance returns: Preview of Feb. 28 Super Saturday at Meydan
The Dubai Racing Club previews the Feb. 28 Super Saturday card at Meydan, with a first post of 8:30 a.m. ET.
International
Tipsheet: 2026 Rebel Stakes
A talented and well-matched field of nine sophomores will run 1 1/16 miles on the Oaklawn Park strip in Sunday’s lucrative, $1 million Rebel (G2).
Kentucky Derby
Exotics Plays for the Wintergreen Stakes
A cast of seven fillies and mares will vie in Saturday’s $125,000 Wintergreen S. at Turfway Park.
Wagering
Betting With, and Against, Magnitude in the Razorback Handicap
A fine field of seven will travel 1 1/16 miles over the Oaklawn Park dirt surface in Saturday’s lucrative, $500,000 Razorback H. (G3).
Wagering
Tipsheet: 2026 Gotham Stakes
A talented cast of eight sophomores will run one mile on the main course at Aqueduct in Saturday’s $300,000 Gotham (G3).
Kentucky Derby
Tipsheet: 2026 Fountain of Youth Stakes
An outstanding group of 10 three-year-old prospects will travel 1 1/16 miles over the Gulfstream Park main oval in Saturday’s $425,000 Fountain of Youth (G2).
Kentucky Derby
Kentucky Oaks Roundup: Honeybee and Davona Dale top weekend action
The action heats up this weekend with three races in the Kentucky Oaks Champion Series: the Davona Dale (G2) at Gulfstream Park, Busher S. at Aqueduct on Saturday, and Honeybee (G3) at Oaklawn on Sunday.
Oaklawn Park
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Lucky Kid
Lucky Kid could be bound for the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) after holding off a late challenger to win the Hyacinth S. over 1,600 meters (about one mile) at Tokyo Racecourse.
International
Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem Feb. 26, 2026
Jason discusses how tracks report and distribute information to the public.
Racing
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Trifectas at Gulfstream, Fair Grounds
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Feb. 26 at Gulfstream Park, Fair Grounds, and Turfway Park, along with analysis of the $14,968 Pick 6 carryover at Oaklawn Park.
Oaklawn Park
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Feb. 26, 2026
Jason is joined by Gulfstream Park television analyst Samantha Perry to talk Fountain of Youth, her career in broadcasting and as a jockey, and much more!
Racing Podcast
How to bet the Trivista Overnight Stakes
A cast of eight fillies and mares will jaunt 1 1/16 miles on the dirt at Oaklawn Park in Friday’s $135,000 Trivista Overnight S.
Wagering
Triple Crown profile: Secretariat
Learn about the legendary racing career of 1973 Triple Crown winner Secretariat.
Racing
Meet the Contenders: 2026 Rebel Stakes
Meet the horses running in the 2026 Rebel (G2) at Oaklawn Park. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
Racing
Kentucky Derby Roundup: Prep races in four countries
The 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) is 66 days away. Catch up on the latest news and notes as the Road to the Kentucky Derby unfolds:
Triple Crown
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Turfway’s $17,306 Super High 5 carryover
Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Feb. 25 at Turfway Park, including tickets for the $17,306 Super High 5 carryover.
Best Bets