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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley July 8
The Wednesday card at Happy Valley kicks off at 6:30 a.m. ET and Luke Middlebrook provides analysis and selections.
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Horse Racing Results: Stars Align at the Spa for Independence Day weekend
Saratoga's opening weekend of the 2026 meet delivered fireworks on and off the track with a rare dead heat in a Grade 1-caliber turf sprint and back-to-back European raiders taking down the Belmont Oaks (G1) and Belmont Derby (G1) on the Fourth of July.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin July 4
First post is at 4 a.m. ET Saturday at Sha Tin, and Luke Middlebrook provides his selections and analysis.
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Belmont Oaks International Scouting Report: Abashiri, Kensington Lane
Abashiri and Kensington Lane are both coming off the Irish 1000 Guineas (G1) at the Curragh, where they placed third and fifth, respectively.
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Belmont Derby International Scouting Report: Title Role, Pacific Avenue
Four months after Title Role beat Pacific Avenue in the Jumeirah 2000 Guineas during the Dubai Carnival, the two renew their rivalry in the Belmont Derby (G1) at Saratoga.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin July 1, 2026
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 4 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin June 27
The Saturday card at Sha Tin begins at 4 a.m. ET, and Luke Middlebrook guides you through all 11 races.
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Royal Ascot 2026: What I learned from my three days of selections
I always review where my selections went wrong, what variables I overemphasized, which factoids went unheeded, in hopes of drawing the right lessons for the future. In case my self-critique can be helpful, here’s the recapitulation of what I learned.
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Royal Ascot 2026: A Week of Champions and What's Next at Churchill Downs
From longshot winners to Group 1 upsets, here's your recap, plus a look ahead to Saturday's $2 million Stephen Foster (G1) at Churchill Downs.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley June 24
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Royal Ascot 2026: Selections for Saturday, June 20
A “Win and You’re In” for the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint (G1), a rematch from the Breeders’ Cup Turf (G1), and a global sprint showdown are the highlights of Saturday’s grand finale at Royal Ascot.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin June 21
Racing at Sha Tin kicks off at 4 a.m. ET on Sunday, and Luke Middlebrook provides his selections and analysis.
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Betting the Handicaps at Royal Ascot for Day 5 on June 20
The big handicap is the time-honored Wokingham Stakes, first run in 1813.
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Betting the Handicaps at Royal Ascot for Day 4 on June 19
Day four at Royal Ascot has another great selection of handicaps for punters.
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Royal Ascot 2026: Selections for Friday, June 19
The bookies overseas might be quaking in their boots on Friday as there will be some heavily backed horses that will take some beating.
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Royal Ascot 2026: Selections for Thursday, June 18
Day 3 of Royal Ascot has a slightly different look this year, but the 2 1/2-mile Gold Cup (G1) remains the centerpiece.
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Betting the Handicaps at Royal Ascot for Day 3 on June 18
With large fields of well-weighted horses, it's not easy to figure out which is largely why we’ve decided to look closely at one handicap per day rather than taking a light look at all of them.
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Royal Ascot 2026: Selections for Wednesday, June 17
Ombudsman will try to defend his title from Daryz and Minnie Hauk in Wednesday’s Prince of Wales’s (G1), and don’t miss the four American shippers in the opener.
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Betting the Handicaps at Royal Ascot for Day 2 on June 17
There are 30 horses in an over-one-mile cavalry charge over the straight course, and finding the horse you backed during the running is a challenge.
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Five longshots of interest at Royal Ascot 2026
Thanks to the sheer size and competitiveness of the fields at Royal Ascot, it’s a sure thing that some longshots will jump up over the course of the five-day stand.
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Royal Ascot 2026: Selections for Tuesday, June 16
The most prestigious summer festival of all starts with a bang on Tuesday, as Royal Ascot stages three Group 1s and a Group 2 for juveniles who harbor top-level ambitions.
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The 2026 Royal Ascot Betting Guide Free Download
Five days, 35 races, more than £10.6 million in prize money and TwinSpires has you covered from first post to last.
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Betting the Handicaps at Royal Ascot for Day 1 on June 16
The Ascot Stakes is an interesting race, but I’m going with Kizlyar to put up a nice performance at generous odds.
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Five clashes to savor at Royal Ascot 2026
The Royal Ascot festival runs Tuesday through Saturday, with spectacular clashes on tap throughout all five days.
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Royal Ascot 2026: Australian, Japanese contenders loom large in sprints
The five challengers at Royal Ascot from Australia and Japan – Overpass, Joliestar, Asfoora, Satono Reve, and Lugal – all have two things in common: speed and class.
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Royal Ascot 2026: A look at the U.S. runners
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, Team USA will have several chances to beat the British at their most prestigious festival, Royal Ascot.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin June 13
First post is 4 a.m. ET Saturday at Sha Tin, and Luke Middlebrook offers his selections and analysis for the 11-race card.
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Royal Ascot and U.S. bettors: Five key factors driving interest
The premier British festival, slated for June 16-20, 2026, has taken on even greater importance for U.S. racing fans in recent years.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley June 10
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Manhattan International Scouting Report: Bright Picture
Analysis and selected race replays of French shipper Bright Picture in the Manhattan (G1) at Saratoga
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British Spot Plays: Epsom for June 6, 2026
This year's Derby Day at Epsom is greatly enhanced by the presence of the Coronation Cup (G1), which features a rematch of last year's top two, Jan Brueghel and Calandagan.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin the night of June 6
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 4 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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How to Play the Trans-Atlantic Classics
As was the case five weeks ago with the 2000 Guineas (G1) and the Kentucky Derby (G1), there are three-year-old classics on either side of the Atlantic this Saturday.
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New York Stakes International Scouting Report: Cankoura
Analysis and selected race replays for French shipper Cankoura in the New York (G1) at Saratoga.
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2026 Epsom Derby: Five things to know
The main storylines going into Saturday’s Derby (G1) at Epsom in some respects echo those surrounding the Oaks (G1).
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2026 Epsom Oaks: Five things to know
Aidan O’Brien is favored to extend his record haul to 12 in Friday’s renewal, but son Joseph sends out a rapid improver, and the British home team has strength in depth.
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Just a Game International Scouting Report: Mandanaba
Analysis and race replays for French shipper Mandanaba in the Just a Game (G1) at Saratoga.
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British Spot Plays: Epsom for June 5, 2026
A look at the Diomed (G3), a modest Group 3 for older horses at 1 1/16 miles, as well as the 1 1/2-mile Oaks (G1) on the Friday card.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley June 3
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin night of May 30
Racing at Sha Tin kicks off late Saturday night at 12:45 a.m. ET, and Luke Middlebrook provides his selections and analysis.
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British Spot Plays: Sandown for May 28, 2026
Sandown's annual late-May fixture, which runs into early evening local time Thursday, is loaded with quality.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley May 27
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:45 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin night of May 23
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 12:30 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley May 20
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:45 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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May 16, 2026 Spot Plays: Newbury, Laurel, Churchill Downs
I'll be spanning the globe in search of opportunities on Preakness Day.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin the night of May 16
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 12:45 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast May 13, 2026
Jason is joined by Kellie Reilly for our weekly International Radar segment to open the show. Jason also discusses the Preakness draw, odds and more!
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley May 13
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:35 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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British Spot Plays: Chester for May 7, 2026
Wednesday through Friday this week is a three-day meeting at Chester, a course so old the Romans are said to have initiated racing on the grounds.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin May 6
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 6: 45 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Danon Bourbon
A powerful homestretch drive carried Danon Bourbon to a 3 1/2-length victory in the Fukuryu S. on the Japan Road to the Kentucky Derby.
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Kentucky Derby International Scouting Report: Danon Bourbon
Danon Bourbon earned his Kentucky Derby (G1) ticket via the Japan Road, where he captured the final leg in race-record time to remain perfect.
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How to bet the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket
While everyone in the United States is focused on Churchill Downs, classic racing is happening in England at Newmarket.
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British Spot Play: 2000 Guineas at Newmarket
This Guineas doesn't appear to be a vintage one on paper, though it's understandable why the current market leaders are in that position.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin the night of April 25
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 12:30 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Churchill Downs International Scouting Report: T O Elvis
Before stablemate Wonder Dean competes in the Kentucky Derby (G1), budding sprint star T O Elvis will take the stage in the Churchill Downs (G1).
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British Spot Plays: Sandown for April 24, 2026
Three stakes highlight the Friday card at Sandown, highlighted by an outstanding renewal of the Sandown Mile (G2).
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley April 22
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Kentucky Derby International Scouting Report: Six Speed
Dubai-based Six Speed was purchased privately by an American ownership group before he jumped on the Euro/Mideast Road, and he repaid their investment.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin the night of April 18
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 12:45 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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British Spot Plays: Newbury for April 18, 2026
The English flat focus turns to Newbury and its two Guineas trials on Saturday.
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The 10 Richest Races in the World
A countdown of the 10 richest races in the world, as of November 2022.
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Top 10 Biggest Horse Races In The World
Let's look at the 10 biggest horse races in the world, from the “race that stops a nation” to the “fastest two minutes in sports.”
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley April 15
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:35 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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British Spot Plays: Newmarket April 15, 2026
A staple of my annual wagering is on the traditional British flat turf season, which kicks into high gear this week.
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Kentucky Derby International Scouting Report: Wonder Dean
The fifth straight Japanese-trained winner of the UAE Derby (G2), and sixth overall, Wonder Dean will try to score an historic breakthrough in the Kentucky Derby (G1).
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How to play day two of the Sydney Championships
Day two of the Sydney Championships is usually a strong one, highlighted by the Queen Elizabeth Stakes.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin the night of April 11
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 12:30 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley April 8
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin night of April 5
Streaking sprint star Ka Ying Rising and last year’s Hong Kong Triple Crown winner Voyage Bubble spice up the special holiday card at Sha Tin. First post is 12:30 a.m. ET late Sunday night.
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How to play Day One of the 2026 Sydney Championships
First post is 9:25 p.m. ET Friday night, with the Group 1s starting at 12:20 a.m.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin April 1
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 6:45 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Wonder Dean
Wonder Dean stamped his ticket to the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) with a determined victory in the UAE Derby (G2) on dirt at Meydan in Dubai.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin the night of March 28
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 12: 45 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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How to bet the 2026 UAE Derby
The Europe/Middle East Road to the Kentucky Derby ends on Saturday morning U.S. time with the UAE Derby (G2) at Meydan in Dubai.
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How to bet the 2026 Dubai World Cup undercard
The races on Dubai World Cup day are normally among the most competitive in world racing, with horses from around the world making their way to the United Arab Emirates.
Wagering
2026 Dubai World Cup Preview
The Dubai World Cup is one of the rare prizes that the world’s leading dirt horse, Forever Young, missed out on last year. Can he make up for it this year?
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2026 Dubai World Cup storylines: Forever Young on verge of earnings record
Thirty years after Hall of Famer Cigar made the inaugural Dubai World Cup an instant classic, the biggest storyline of the 2026 renewal is the fact that it’s happening at all.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley March 25
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin night of March 21
It’s Hong Kong Derby Day at Sha Tin, where the action gets underway at 1 a.m. ET late Saturday night.
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How to play Golden Slipper Day
When it comes to juvenile speed, no race in the world comes close to matching Sydney’s Golden Slipper.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley March 18
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin night of March 14
The 11-race card at Sha Tin kicks off at 12:30 a.m. ET late Saturday night, and Luke Middlebrook furnishes selections and analysis.
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Dubai: Preview of Meydan March 13
The Dubai Racing Club previews the Friday card, the finale of the Carnival at Meydan, with a first post of 9:30 a.m. ET. The climax of the Emirates racing season, Dubai World Cup Day, is set for March 28.
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Cheltenham Festival Day 4: Gold Cup makes it a grand finale
The Cheltenham Festival rounds off with the Cheltenham Gold Cup.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Wagering
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Expert International Racing Analysis, Picks, Odds and Live Video
TwinSpires has international racing in abundance!
Hong Kong
Horse racing from Happy Valley and Shat Tin, featuring the end of the year championships on Hong Kong International Race Night.
Royal Ascot
Royal Ascot Race Page | Royal Ascot Expert Picks & Analysis | Brisnet Royal Ascot Coverage
The mid summer British sensation that honors royal tradition with a week of high level turf racing at Ascot Racecourse.
Dubai World Cup
Meydan is nestled in the United Arab Emirates and hosts the celebration of top class horses and racing during their carnival early every year.
Saudi Cup
A newer prestigious race with a massive purse and payout for participants in Saudi Arabia.
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