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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem for June 30, 2025
Jason discusses a crazy storm at a baseball game and are there things racing can do to have less "off tracks."
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Before the Winner’s Circle and Hall of Fame, D. Wayne Lukas Was a Boy with a Horse
Over the course of his long Hall of Fame career, Lukas built a reputation as one of the sport’s greatest trainers, with nearly 5,000 wins and a long list of champions, but how did this small-town boy become the Coach? The answer lies in Lukas’s earliest years as a boy, with an innate sense of how to get the best of an athlete, human or equine.
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Five underappreciated champions trained by D. Wayne Lukas
As serious health issues have forced Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas into retirement at the age of 89, thoughts turn reflective about the inevitable passing of time in our own lives.
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LIVE Stephen Foster Stakes 2025: Picks, odds, exclusive interviews and more
Stephen Foster Day has arrived with the highlight of the evening being the Stephen Foster 2025.
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem for June 26, 2025
Jason discusses coaches and The Coach in today's Thursday Thoughts.
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Top 10 takeaways from 2025 Royal Ascot
“This place tames lions. It is so special to win here because it's so tough.”
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem for June 23, 2025
Jason discusses the retirement announcement by legendary trainer D. Wayne Lukas.
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International horse racing betting tips and schedule: Final day of Royal Ascot and more
Enjoy Greater Britian and Irish racing picks and schedules as horse racing enthusiasts switch to the international front with their focus on Ascot Racecourse for the Royal Ascot and more. With a jam packed week of racing, there is no shortage of lucrative betting opportunities.
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem for June 19, 2025
Jason discusses racing in Ohio and some of his favorite memories of friends from the Buckeye State.
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Horse Racing This Weekend: Key Races, Top Horses & Best Bets [June 14-15]
Find out everything you need to know about key races, top horse, and best bets with TwinSpires horse racing this weekend.
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Royal Ascot 2025: Carl Spackler leads U.S. shippers
Although Wesley Ward will not be represented at Royal Ascot 2025, there is plenty of U.S. interest over the course of the week.
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem for June 12, 2025
Jason discusses some of his favorite Father's Day racing memories.
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LIVE Belmont Stakes 2025 expert picks, results, horse racing news, Belmont Stakes horses, & odds
Join us LIVE for a packed day of horse racing news for Belmont Stakes 2025 with odds, expert picks, results, and more.
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Sovereignty upsets Journalism in the 2025 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. (Photos by Coady Media)
Belmont Stakes Head-to-Head: Sovereignty versus Journalism
Although Saturday’s $2 million Belmont (G1) has several angles, the most compelling is the rematch between the winners of the Kentucky Derby (G1) and Preakness (G1), Sovereignty and Journalism.
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2025 Belmont Stakes Odds, Top Contenders & Betting Favorites
Get the latest 2025 Belmont Stakes odds, top contenders, and betting favorites ahead of race day on June 7 at Saratoga Race Course. Find out which horses are leading the field and how the odds are shifting in the final leg of the Triple Crown.
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Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Baeza
A gallant runner-up finish in a strong renewal of the Santa Anita Derby (G1) has stamped Baeza as a compelling candidate for the 2025 Kentucky Derby (G1).
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Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Journalism
Sometimes it’s possible to glance at a horse's pedigree and conclude with certainty they’re bred to shine racing classic distances, including the 1 1/4-mile journey of the Kentucky Derby (G1).
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2025 Belmont Stakes Horses: Full List of Contenders & Entries
Discover the full list of 2025 Belmont Stakes contenders, including entries, post positions, odds, trainers, and jockeys. Get the latest updates before race day on June 7 at Saratoga Race Course.
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2025 Belmont Stakes Speed Rating Report
Saturday’s 157th running of the Belmont S. (G1) will feature an exciting rematch between the top three in the Kentucky Derby (G1).
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2025 Belmont Stakes Official Betting Guide: Everything you need to know for Belmont Day
Get an in-depth view of all the Belmont S. contenders, tipsheets, Brisnet Speed Rating reports, handicapping content, expert picks, and more from our panel of experts.
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Horse Racing This Weekend: Key Races, Top Horses & Best Bets [June 7-June 8]Find out everything you need to know about key races, top horse, and best bets with TwinSpires horse racing this weekend.
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Where to Watch the 2025 Belmont Stakes: Date, Time, Live Stream & TV Schedule
Where can you watch the 2025 Belmont Stakes live? Get the date, time, TV schedule, and streaming options for June 7 at Saratoga Race Course, plus expert coverage.
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LIVE Friday Belmont Stakes Festival expert picks, odds, horses, news, and handicapping analysis
Follow along with us throughout today's stakes races for expert picks, odds, horse racing news, results, and more.
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Belmont Stakes pedigree profile: Hill Road
A strong late rally after a stumbling start carried Hill Road to victory in the 1 1/8-mile Peter Pan (G3) at Aqueduct, stamping the bay colt as a key contender for the 2025 Belmont (G1).
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Top 10 storylines for 2025 Belmont Stakes Day
If the third jewel of the Triple Crown offers most of the storylines, the undercard has its own brand of intrigue.
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2025 Belmont Stakes Festival: International form in Friday's Belmont Gold Cup, Just a Game
We’ll take a look at two making their U.S. debuts in graded stakes on Friday, German shipper Flatten the Curve in the Belmont Gold Cup (G2) and Resolute Racing’s new recruit A Lilac Rolla in the Just a Game (G1).
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem for June 5, 2025
Jason gives his final Belmont Stakes (G1) thoughts and talks about "Logical Top Two" races that come up on a card.
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2025 Belmont Stakes Odds, News, and Notes
Stay up-to-date with the latest Belmont odds, news, and notes to place your best bets on Belmont Day, and more!
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2025 Belmont Stakes Roundup: Journalism, Sovereignty set for rematch
The 2025 Belmont (G1) at Saratoga is less than one week away. Catch up on the latest news as we count down to Saturday’s 157th running of the Triple Crown’s third jewel:
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem for June 2, 2025
Jason discusses a few of his favorite things from this past weekend in racing.
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Scully: Pick 3 play on Stephen Foster Preview Day
Saturday is Stephen Foster Preview Day at Churchill Downs, offering six prep races for the Stephen Foster (G1) program on June 28.
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem May 29, 2025
Jason discusses the Breeders' Cup returning to New York in 2027.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast May 27, 2025
Jason discusses some news from the holiday weekend, including the passing of trainer Christophe Clement.
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Scully: Pick 3 play for Churchill Downs May 24
Saturday’s 10-race program at Churchill Downs features the $250,000 Keertana, a 1 1/2-mile turf stakes for fillies and mares.
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2025 Preakness Reflections: Journalism Earns Well-Deserved Classic Victory
The 150th edition of the Preakness S. (G1) provided us with an expected result with Journalism living up to his even-money status as the heavily backed favorite.
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem for May 22, 2025
Jason discusses online racing communities, friends, and the passing of some members of the horse racing online community.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast May 22, 2025
Jason discusses some new industry promotions and welcomes in Kellie Reilly for the weekly International Radar segment. Then he looks ahead to racing from Churchill Downs and Santa Anita for the holiday weekend.
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LIVE 2025 Preakness Stakes odds, picks, handicapping analysis, best bets, and more horse racing news this weekend
Preakness Day has arrived! Stay-tuned with us all day for LIVE odds for Preakness, expert picks, Preakness Past Performances brought to you by Brisnet, and horse racing news, with in-depth handicapping and analysis from our panel of experts.
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Scully: Pick 3 play on Preakness Day
Nine are set for the 150th running of the $2 million Preakness (G1), and Kentucky Derby (G1) runner-up Journalism has been installed as the 8-5 morning line favorite.
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LIVE 2025 Black-Eyed Susan: Odds, picks, handicapping commentary, and more
We're back with more LIVE coverage of the day's races! With a great race day ahead of us, expert picks, and commentary from our expert panel, it is sure to not disappoint any horse racing enthusiast!
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2025 Preakness Stakes Free Betting Guide
This ultimate Preakness Betting Guide makes it easy to place those best bets and build that bankroll. Discover our FREE betting guide today!
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Preakness Stakes pedigree profile: Heart of Honor
After falling a nose shy of victory in the UAE Derby (G2) in Dubai, Heart of Honor passed on a start in the Kentucky Derby (G1) to await the Preakness (G1).
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Preakness Stakes pedigree profile: Pay Billy
Back-to-back triumphs in the 1 1/16-mile Private Terms S. and 1 1/8-mile Federico Tesio S. have stamped Pay Billy as a contender for the 2025 Preakness (G1).
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Preakness Stakes International Scouting Report: Heart of Honor
Heart of Honor, the near-misser in the UAE Derby (G2), is luring Jamie Osborne into a rare stateside raid for the Preakness (G1) and potentially the June 7 Belmont (G1).
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Preakness Stakes pedigree profile: Clever Again
It was striking to see Clever Again show talent on dirt with a blowout triumph over Grade 1 winner Gaming in the one-mile Hot Springs S.
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem for May 15, 2025
Jason discusses this year's Preakness (G1) and gives his picks.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast May 15, 2025
Jason welcomes in Kellie Reilly for a look overseas in our weekly International Radar segment. Then Jason discusses some of the stakes from the Preakness (G1) undercard.
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2025 Preakness Stakes: Odds, News, and Notes
Find out everything you need to know with our 2025 Preakness Stakes odds, news, and notes! And don't forget to tune in to our LIVE coverage on Preakness day, where you can find up-to-date horse racing news, LIVE odds, expert picks, and more.
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Preakness Stakes pedigree profile: Goal Oriented
Back-to-back maiden and allowance optional claiming wins have thrust Goal Oriented into the picture as a 2025 Preakness (G1) contender.
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem for May 12, 2025
Jason discusses Mother's Day, his mom, and racing.
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2025 Kentucky Derby reflections: Royal late kick propels Sovereignty
After showing an affinity for Churchill Downs last year, Sovereignty proved best in the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby (G1), delivering a powerful late kick to win by 1 1/2 lengths.
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2025 Kentucky Derby reflections: Historic result in a vintage edition
Despite the sea of slop at Churchill Downs on the first Saturday in May, the 151st Kentucky Derby (G1) delivered a satisfyingly logical result.
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem for May 8, 2025
Jason discusses the recently concluded season at Tampa Bay Downs.
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2025 Kentucky Derby reflection: What were the odds?
The widespread popularity of the Kentucky Derby, in conjunction with some offbeat results in recent years, has resulted in a highly inefficient betting market, at least in the win pool. This past Saturday was yet another example.
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Race for the Crown episode 5 recap: The Preakness
The Preakness—the middle jewel of the Triple Crown—takes center stage in episode 5 of Race for the Crown. Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan enters the second leg of the series with history on the line. A win at Pimlico would put him just one race away from becoming the 14th horse to sweep the Triple Crown.
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem for May 5, 2025
Jason discusses the success of this year's Kentucky Derby and the communal event that it is.
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Sovereignty – Kentucky Derby context
After showing an affinity for Churchill Downs last fall, Sovereignty confirmed himself as a serious Kentucky Derby contender by winning the Fountain of Youth (G2) and finishing second in the Florida Derby (G1) this year.
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LIVE Kentucky Derby Day: Expert Picks, LIVE odds, best bets, entries, results, news, & handicapping analysis
Stay with us and feel like you're on the race track this horse race racing day for the 151st Kentucky Derby!
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Scully: Pick 3 play on Kentucky Derby Day
James Scully has a Pick 3 ticket for Saturday's Kentucky Derby Day.
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Best Way for Beginners to Bet $10 on the Kentucky Derby
You don't have to be a seasoned pro or bet a lot to wager on the Kentucky Derby. Here is the best way for beginners to bet $10 on the Kentucky Derby.
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Sognare Il Derby: Umberto Rispoli Is Derby Dreaming with Journalism
Umberto Rispoli has already had an accomplished career, riding at racetracks around the world, from Italy to Hong Kong, and logging Group or Grade 1 victories in five countries, but a Kentucky Derby victory would take this world traveler’s career to the next level.
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2025 Kentucky Derby News and Notes
2025 Kentucky Derby complete coverage from expert racing analyst picks to engaging rich features and original studies with new knowledge to consider when handicapping.
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LIVE Kentucky Oaks Day: Expert Picks, LIVE odds, entries, results, horse racing news, & handicapping analysis
Kentucky Oaks day has arrived! We'll be here all day with up-to-minute updates, LIVE odds, expert picks, horse racing news, and in-depth handicapping analysis.
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Experts vs. AI Revisited: Who will win the 2025 Kentucky Derby?
Fast forward to 2025, what does this year’s Kentucky Derby (G1) look like?
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Scully: Pick 3 play on Kentucky Oaks Day
Friday’s program at Churchill Downs features plenty of star quality.
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Race for the Crown episode 4 recap: The Kentucky Derby - Photo Finish
Episode 4 of Race for the Crown, titled “The Kentucky Derby: Photo Finish,” captures Derby Week's electricity—from the post position draw to the grand parade to the exclusive trainers’ dinner.
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“It Was Toby’s Dream” – Toby Keith’s Render Judgment Represents the Late Singer Saturday
Thanks to the points the colt earned on this year’s Road to the Kentucky Derby, Render Judgment will be breaking from post 15, with a shot to make the late country music star’s dream come true.
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Betting for Beginners: The Best Way to Bet $10 on the Kentucky Derby
You don't have to be a seasoned pro or bet a lot to wager on the Kentucky Derby. Here is the best way for beginners to bet $10 on the Kentucky Derby.
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LIVE Thurby Kentucky Derby Week: Expert Picks, LIVE odds, schedule, horse racing news & handicapping analysisKentucky Derby 2025 is only a day away. Stay with us all day as we keep you updated on all the latest horse racing news for Thurby all while preparing you for one of the two biggest race days of the year the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks.
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2025 Kentucky Derby Brisnet Speed Rating report
We will focus on the final two prep races, ranking the Kentucky Derby field by last-out number.
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STUDY: Do Kentucky Derby winners earn more per second than other athletes?
When Mystik Dan battled to a narrow victory in the 2024 Kentucky Derby (G1), he claimed a first-prize purse worth $3.1 million.
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Kentucky Derby International Scouting Report: Luxor Cafe, Admire Daytona
After Japan came closer than ever in the 2024 Kentucky Derby (G1), the two Japanese shippers for the 2025 Run for the Roses will attract plenty of attention.
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Horses: $177 Billion annually to the US Economy
For many Americans, Kentucky Derby day is the one big day when they take an interest in horse racing. In the popular mindset, all roads lead to the first Saturday in May at Louisville. But as spectacular as that one day is, it’s merely the high point of a multi-billion dollar industry that employs thousands of people.
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Kentucky Derby Roundup: Latest workouts and position post draw
The 2025 Kentucky Derby (G1) is five days away. Catch up on the latest news and notes as the first Saturday in May approaches:
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STUDY: Is the Kentucky Derby's Apollo Curse a negative or positive?
Is a lack of juvenile racing experience a detriment in the Kentucky Derby, or is the Apollo Curse a myth resulting from an insufficient sample size of horses?
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem for April 28, 2025
Jason discusses the week ahead as we build up to the Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby.
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STUDY: Is the average age of Kentucky Derby-winning jockeys rising?
Anecdotally, it appears the average age of Kentucky Derby-winning jockeys has increased over the past 100 years. Does this hold up under closer scrutiny?
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2025 Kentucky Derby post position draw with LIVE handicapping commentaryJoin our expert panel as they comment on the contenders post positions prior, after, and during the draw, and so much more!
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A Glass Full of Memories: A History of the Derby's Iconic Mint Julep Glasses
From their humble beginnings in the 1930s to their collectible designs in 2025, the mint julep glass is another piece of the Kentucky Derby experience that leaves fans with lasting memories of their day under the Twin Spires.
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Render Judgment – Kentucky Derby Context
Runner-up in the Virginia Derby, Render Judgement will face a tall challenge if he makes the 20-horse Kentucky Derby field.
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Kentucky Derby Roundup: Workouts, jockeys, shipping plans
The 2025 Kentucky Derby (G1) is 12 days away. Catch up on the latest news and notes as two-dozen contenders finalize preparations for the first Saturday in May:
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Race for the Crown Premiers on Netflix: Follow Along with TwinSpires
Race for the Crown premieres on Netflix April 22. The six-part docuseries follows jockeys, trainers, and owners through the 2024 Triple Crown season, beginning with the previous season’s Breeders’ Cup.
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Built - Kentucky Derby Context
Built established himself as a promising prospect over the winter, recording a pair of commendable stakes efforts at Fair Grounds, but his last two performances raise doubts about his affinity for the 1 1/4-mile Kentucky Derby distance.
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Rodriguez – Kentucky Derby Context
After placing in his first two stakes, Rodriguez shipped east to record a convincing win in the Wood Memorial (G2)—the speedy colt figures to add speed to the Kentucky Derby for six-time winner Bob Baffert.
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Luxor Café – Kentucky Derby Context
A winner of four straight, Luxor Cafe qualified for the Kentucky Derby via the Japan Road and the late runner will bring a strong turn of foot to his first international appearance at Churchill Downs.
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Admire Daytona – Kentucky Derby Context
After setting the pace, Admire Daytona dug in gamely to win the U.A.E. Derby by a nose, and he will be third consecutive Japanese-based winner of the race to contest the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.
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Baeza – Kentucky Derby Context
After a fine second in the Santa Anita Derby (G1), Baeza counts 2023 Kentucky Derby winner Mage as a half-brother and rates as a serious win contender if he draws into the 20-horse field.
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Coal Battle - Kentucky Derby Context
Trained by 72-year-old Lonnie Briley, Coal Battle swept three consecutive Kentucky Derby qualifiers and will try to rebound after finishing third in the Arkansas Derby (G1).
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Neoequos – Kentucky Derby Context
Third in the Florida Derby (G1) and Fountain of Youth (G2), Neoequos will bring tactical speed to the Kentucky Derby (G1) if he draws into the main body of the 20-horse field.
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East Avenue - Kentucky Derby Context
A juvenile Grade 1 winner, East Avenue figures to show speed in the Kentucky Derby (G1) after earning a spot in the 20-horse field with a nose second in the Blue Grass S. (G1).
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Grande – Kentucky Derby Context
Trained by two-time Kentucky Derby winner Todd Pletcher, Grande will enter the Kentucky Derby off an encouraging runner-up finish in the Wood Memorial (G2) at Aqueduct.
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Final Gambit - Kentucky Derby Context
An upset Jeff Ruby Steaks (G3) winner, Final Gambit, will bring a strong closing kick to his first dirt start in the Kentucky Derby (G1).
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Journalism - Kentucky Derby Context
After sweeping three consecutive stakes races in California, Journalism will be an imposing favorite in the 151st Kentucky Derby (G1) on May 3.
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Tappan Street - Kentucky Derby Context
Tappan Street captured the Florida Derby (G1) in his third career start, establishing himself as a serious Kentucky Derby contender, and the progressing colt will look to get first run on the deep closers at Churchill Downs.
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem for April 21, 2025
Jason discusses two tracks that open up this week, Mountaineer and Thistledown.
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Burnham Square - Kentucky Derby Context
Burnham Square came on when adding blinkers this winter, breaking his maiden and winning the Holy Bull (G3) at Gulfstream. The fast-closing gelding then jumped to the top of the Kentucky Derby leaderboard, winning the Blue Grass (G1).
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Owen Almighty – Kentucky Derby Context
Owen Almighty will bring speed to the 20-horse Kentucky Derby field, going gate-to-wire in two of his three stakes wins. The 1 1/4-mile distance will be a challenge, however.
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Tall Tales of the Track – A Bargain Mare Yields a High Class Horse
The product of an unwanted mare and an unheralded stallion, Lieutenant Gibson was a record-breaking Kentucky Derby winner and a beloved horse, his too-short life unable to give him the legacy that his performances might have merited.
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