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Stakes spot plays for Irish Derby weekend at the Curragh
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares spot plays for seven weekend stakes at the Curragh Racecourse in Ireland, including the prestigious Irish Derby (G1).
International
What is a World Pool, and how does it work?
Once in a while, you might hear the term “World Pool” pop up in reference to international horse racing. Have you ever wondered what it means?
Education
Royal Ascot 2023: Top 10 takeaways
While the proliferation of longshots was a recurring theme of Royal Ascot 2023, there’s much more to be gleaned from the five action-packed days. Here’s my synthesis, in top 10 style.
Royal Ascot
International spotlight: Equinox tackles Breeders' Cup WAYI Takarazuka Kinen
Late Saturday night/early Sunday morning our time (2:40 a.m. ET), the world’s top-rated horse, Equinox, returns in the Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” Takarazuka Kinen (G1) at Hanshin.
International
2023 Royal Ascot: Selections for Tuesday
The Royal Ascot meeting gets off to a rollicking start Tuesday with two “Win and You’re In” events for the Breeders’ Cup, the Queen Anne (G1) for older milers and the King’s Stand (G1) for the speediest sprinters.
Royal Ascot
Royal Ascot 2023: Lady Aurelia's son American Rascal tops Ward's hopes
Trainer Wesley Ward makes his annual raid on Royal Ascot with a four-strong team including American Rascal (the first foal of a past superstar of this meeting, Lady Aurelia) and Twilight Gleaming. But there are U.S. shippers from other barns as well.
Royal Ascot
Breeders' Cup Challenge events among must-see clashes at Royal Ascot 2023
As the show-stopping summer racing festival, Royal Ascot invariably serves up compelling fare. North American fans have an added incentive to watch the four Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” (WAYI) events, but the top-drawer action spans the entire five days from June 20-24.
Royal Ascot
Australians Artorius, The Astrologist set for Royal Ascot's 2023 Jubilee
We continue our look at the Australian team for Royal Ascot with the two contenders for the June 24 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee (G1), Artorius and The Astrologist.
Royal Ascot
Royal Ascot 2023: Australians Coolangatta, Cannonball aim for King's Stand
One year after Australian speedster Nature Strip ran his rivals ragged at Royal Ascot, two of his compatriots will try to follow up his performance in the King's Stand (G1).
Royal Ascot
Royal Ascot 2023: Hong Kong's Wellington looms in Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee
Hong Kong champion Wellington commands respect in his first international venture in the June 24 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee (G1) at Royal Ascot.
Royal Ascot
Hanson: Longshot play for the 2023 Epsom Derby
To give you an idea how contentious this group of 14 is, I wouldn't be utterly shocked to see any one of 10 or so reach the famed winner's enclosure.
International
International spotlight: 2023 Epsom Derby
The world’s original Derby (G1) at Epsom will be held on Saturday, at an earlier post time than usual thanks to the FA Cup Final. American fans will have to tune in by 8:30 a.m. (ET) to watch the 244th running of the “Blue Riband.”
International
Pedigree notebook: Tahiyra, Paddington turn Irish Guineas double for Siyouni
When Tahiyra quickened out of a pocket in Sunday’s Irish 1000 Guineas (G1), she capped a classic double at the Curragh for her sire, Siyouni. The Aga Khan’s homebred stallion was also responsible for Saturday’s Irish 2000 Guineas (G1) hero, Paddington.
Pedigree
Pedigree notebook: Johannesburg descendants strike gold at Pimlico
Former Coolmore/Ashford stallion Johannesburg, who was ultimately exported to Japan, factored in the pedigrees of several major winners during the Preakness (G1) festival.
Pedigree
Kentucky Derby International Scouting Report: Mandarin Hero
Mandarin Hero will be the third Japanese runner in Kentucky Derby 149. There are a couple of key differences from compatriots Derma Sotogake and Continuar.
Kentucky Derby
A King's Coronation on 2000 Guineas Day at Newmarket
While much of the racing world’s attention on Saturday is focused on the Kentucky Derby (G1), earlier in the day, an heir to a centuries-long legacy will be crowned at a venue rich in tradition.
International
Great Britain Preview: Little Big Bear can upset Auguste Rodin in 2000 Guineas
In all likelihood, Auguste Rodin will be a strong contender in the 2000 Guineas (G1) at Newmarket. But I’m more interested in his stablemate Little Big Bear.
International
Kentucky Oaks international scouting report: Mimi Kakushi
Named for a Japanese restaurant in Dubai, Mimi Kakushi is the second straight UAE Oaks (G3) winner to try the Kentucky Oaks (G1).
International
Grand National Preview 2023: Gaillard Du Mesnil a leading chance
The huge field, the handicap conditions, the extreme distance of 4 1/4 miles, and the challenging fences mean the uncertainties are high.
International
Kentucky Derby International Scouting Report: Derma Sotogake
Derma Sotogake rates as Japan’s leading Kentucky Derby (G1) contender after his front-running coup on Dubai World Cup night.
Kentucky Derby
Kentucky Derby International Scouting Report: Continuar
Having lost all three match-ups with leading Japanese contender Derma Sotogake, is there a case for Continuar to turn the tables in the Kentucky Derby (G1)?
Kentucky Derby
Santa Anita Derby International Scouting Report: Mandarin Hero
After two Japanese horses are already in the Kentucky Derby (G1) – Derma Sotogake by romping in the UAE Derby (G2) and Continuar accepting the Japan Road invitation – Mandarin Hero tries to make it three in Saturday’s Santa Anita Derby (G1).
Kentucky Derby
Sydney Preview: The 2023 Championships Day 2
Sydney’s autumn carnival reaches its climax with day two of The Championships at Royal Randwick.
International
Hong Kong Preview: Helene Feeling to build on debut HK effort
Helene Feeling can build upon his impressive first outing in Hong Kong and take out the Lusitano Challenge Cup Handicap at Happy Valley on Thursday.
International
Sydney Preview: The 2023 Championships Day 1
Sydney’s autumn carnival culminates with the Championships, held over successive weekends at Royal Randwick beginning Friday March 31 ET.
International
Hong Kong Preview: Campione set for successful dirt return
Don’t be surprised if recent form goes out the window in the Tung Wan Handicap at Sha Tin on Wednesday.
International
Top selections and longshots for 2023 Dubai World Cup gala
Let’s highlight potential value, and longshots of interest, along with some more obvious top selections for the eight Thoroughbred prizes at Meydan.
International
Dubai Preview: Spot Plays for 2023 World Cup Day turf races
With large fields and a lot of form to try to figure out, the betting opportunities are tremendous.
International
Dubai Preview: 2023 World Cup night dirt undercard spot plays
Here we look at some plays for the trio of major dirt Thoroughbred races at Meydan away from the World Cup.
International
Tipsheet: UAE Derby 2023
A deep field of 13 sophomores will travel 1 3/16 miles on the Dubai dirt in the $1 million UAE Derby (G2) on Saturday.
Kentucky Derby
Dubai World Cup Preview 2023: Algiers battles Country Grammer, Japanese
The Dubai World Cup for 2023 looks like a great betting contest.
International
2023 Dubai World Cup: Top 10 storylines
From the $12 million Dubai World Cup (G1), to exceptional turf races, contentious dirt events, and a Kentucky Derby (G1) berth on the line in the UAE Derby (G2), Saturday’s extravaganza at Meydan offers a spectacle on a truly global scale.
International
Sydney Preview: Learning To Fly fancied for Golden Slipper
There are five Group 1 events on the Rosehill program, among them the world’s richest race for juveniles, the A$5 million Golden Slipper.
International
Cheltenham Festival 2023: A Plus Tard can win second Gold Cup
Day four at the Cheltenham Festival features seven races, including three Grade 1s, but most of the attention is on just one race: the Cheltenham Gold Cup (G1).
International
Cheltenham Festival 2023: Shishkin, Gold Tweet to take honors on Day 3
Day three at the Cheltenham Festival is the day that gives some specialist horses that are celebrated less than some of their peers a chance to shine.
International
Cheltenham Festival 2023: Edwardstone to win Day 2 feature
Day two at the Cheltenham Festival is all about variety.
International
Cheltenham Festival: Constitution Hill to light up Day 1
After months of anticipation, the Cheltenham Festival is finally here.
International
Dubai World Cup clues from Super Saturday, Saudi Cup
The “Super Saturday” results from March 4 at Meydan offer clues of varying degrees for the March 25 Dubai World Cup (G1) gala.
International
New Zealand Preview: La Crique can win New Zealand Stakes
It’s a massive day in New Zealand, with two Group 1 races and a rich two-mile handicap at Pukekohe. Some of the runners may well appear in the Sydney autumn carnival in the next month.
International
Sydney Preview: Coolmore Classic day, 2023
Sydney racing this weekend is highlighted by a Group 1 race for the distaffers and two last chances to get into the world’s richest juvenile race next weekend.
International
Cheltenham Festival: Questions to ponder for 2023
Here are some posers to watch for as the Cheltenham Festival unfolds.
International
Hong Kong Preview: Rock Ya Heart set to roll at Happy Valley
Rock Ya Heart can cap off some consistent form with victory in the Wong Nai Chung Handicap at Happy Valley on Wednesday.
International
Great Britain Preview: Deere to make Mark at Kelso
The best British jumps racing this weekend is in Scotland, where the Morebattle Hurdle offers good punting opportunities.
International
South Africa Preview: What chance Triple Tiara, Triple Crown remain alive?
Two horses will try to keep their chances at sophomore glory alive when they race for Classic prizes at Turffontein in South Africa on Saturday.
International
Dubai Super Saturday: Bendoog, Real World poised for top honors
Dubai’s Super Saturday provides a fittingly strong preview to World Cup night in three weeks.
International
New Zealand Preview: Can Sharp 'N' Smart be opposed?
One of the potential stars of the Sydney autumn campaign takes the stage in New Zealand’s richest Group 1 race this weekend.
International
Sydney Preview: Taking on favorites in Canterbury Stakes, Randwick Guineas
It’s a massive day of racing in Sydney as the autumn carnival moves into full swing.
International
Hong Kong Preview: Keep an eye on Star Contact
Star Contact can add to his outstanding season to date by scoring a second Happy Valley victory in three outings on Wednesday.
International
Lingfield Park: 2023 Winter Derby Plays
Lingfield Park showcases the Winter Derby (G3) Saturday, with four-time Group 1 winner Lord North. Plus seven other highly competitive contests with big fields and plenty of betting value for players!
International
Great Britain Preview: Plays for Kempton Feb. 25
With Cheltenham a little more than two weeks away, there aren’t as many top horses running this week, but Kempton Park does still host three Grade 2 events and a rich handicap.
International
Sydney Preview: Spot Plays for Randwick Feb. 25
A pair of Group 1 races highlight a strong card of racing at Randwick racecourse in Sydney this weekend.
International
Potential value plays and longshots for 2023 Saudi Cup Day
While the $20 million Saudi Cup (G1) gets the lion’s share of attention, the five Thoroughbred stakes on the undercard likewise offer top-class competition with a global flair — and accordingly attractive betting opportunities.
International
Saudi Cup Preview: Ignore Emblem Road at your peril
It’s an intriguing 13-horse field that’s lining up for the world’s richest race, the $20 million Saudi Cup (G1).
International
Dubai Preview: Spot Plays for Feb. 24, 2023
A Group 2 race and two valuable conditions races are on tap at Meydan on Friday. Here are some spot plays for those races.
International
Hong Kong Preview: Solar Winds set to take Happy Valley by storm
#5 Solar Winds can build on his last-start second to one of Hong Kong’s most exciting horses with victory in the Luard Handicap at Happy Valley on Wednesday.
International
Shirl's Speight takes on leading Japanese dirt horses in Tokyo
It’s a significant day of racing at Tokyo racecourse in Japan, with two features that have relevance to North America.
International
Great Britain Preview: Bristol De Mai back on favorite track
We will concentrate on the Grand National Trial at Haydock, which has drawn an even field.
International
Sydney Preview: Rosehill Gardens plays for Feb. 17, 2023
A trio of Group 2 races headline the card at Rosehill Gardens this weekend.
International
Dubai Preview: Kentucky Oaks spot in play at Meydan
The UAE Oaks (G3) at Meydan is the first race on the Road to the 2023 Kentucky Oaks, where the winner gets 50 points.
International
Hong Kong Preview: Gallant Waking to enjoy Happy Valley return
Don’t be surprised if #1 Gallant Waking improves sharply when he contests Tsuen Wan Handicap over 1,650 meters (about 1 mile 40 yards) at Happy Valley on Wednesday.
International
Saudi Cup Day prospectus: Country Grammer, Taiba, Elite Power among probables
Now that the projected fields for the Feb. 25 Saudi Cup Day extravaganza have been announced, let’s get a head start on the handicapping! Here are the key contenders in the $20 million Saudi Cup (G1) as well the five Thoroughbred stakes on the undercard.
International
Sydney Preview: In Secret, Anamoe begin autumn campaigns
The Sydney autumn carnival continues its kick into gear this weekend.
International
Dubai Preview: Shirl's Bee hard to beat in UAE 2,000 Guineas
Some potential contenders for the main Kentucky Derby overseas qualifying race contest the UAE 2,000 Guineas (G3) at Meydan on Friday.
International
Hong Kong Preview: Packing Award tough to beat at Happy Valley
Two HK$3.8 million ($485,000) Class 1 contests highlight Wednesday’s racing at Happy Valley.
International
Saudi Cup: Scotland Yard building case as local hope
One year after locally-based Emblem Road stunned the world in the Saudi Cup (G1), could lightning strike twice for the same connections in the $20 million race?
Racing
Dublin Festival Day 2: Honeysuckle can return to winning form
We will focus on the big race of the day, the Irish Champion Hurdle, and offer spot plays for the other Grade 1 events.
International
Sydney Preview: Zou Tiger can take Eskimo Prince Stakes
A look at the day's feature, the Eskimo Prince (G3), and spot plays for other features at Royal Randwick on Friday night ET
International
Great Britain Preview: Jet Of Magic can be a hero at Sandown
Contenders for the Cheltenham Festival in Britain this weekend head to Sandown, where the Scilly Isles Novices’ Chase (G1) and the Heroes Handicap Hurdle headline the meet.
International
Dublin Festival Day 1: Saint Roi seeks Irish Arkle upset
Day one of the Dublin Festival at Leopardstown features four Grade 1 races.
International
Dubai Preview: Algiers can continue on winning trail
The Dubai carnival of racing moves a little closer to World Cup night with four graded stakes races this Friday.
International
Hong Kong Preview: Spade to Rocket home
Wednesday could finally be the day that Classic winner #4 Rocket Spade gets his first victory in Hong Kong.
International
Pegasus World Cup Turf international scouting report: Hurricane Dream
As Frankie Dettori’s global farewell tour takes in Pegasus Day at Gulfstream Park, the renowned reinsman reunites with Hurricane Dream in the Pegasus World Cup Turf (G1).
Racing
South Africa: Expert Plays for Cape Town Met Day at Kenilworth
The biggest raceday of the year in Cape Town is Met Day, at the end of January. Three Group 1 races are held, with the most notable being the Cape Town Met.
International
Great Britain Preview: Spot Plays Jan. 28, 2023
It’s a big preview day at Cheltenham on Saturday. There are five graded stakes races, all of which will have a say in determining favoritism back at Cheltenham for the Festival in March.
International
Dubai Preview: Naval Power looks to show Classic potential
Stakes racing continues to flow at Meydan on Friday. The eight-race program includes three black-type races.
International
Sydney Preview Jan. 27, 2023: Spot plays for Rosehill
Sydney’s autumn carnival gets underway properly this weekend at Rosehill Gardens.
International
Sydney Preview: Spot plays for Randwick Jan. 20
With the Magic Millions races finally completed after being delayed at the weekend by rain, the focus in Australian racing switches back to Sydney.
International
Great Britain Preview: Spot Plays Jan. 21, 2023
The best meet for fans of U.K. racing to bet on this weekend may be the Lingfield Polytrack card.
International
Dubai Preview: Spot plays for UAE 1,000 Guineas night
It’s UAE 1,000 Guineas day at Meydan, with three-year-old fillies seeking early black type honors.
International
Hong Kong Preview: Jumbo Legend ready for step up in distance
Jumbo Legend can stretch his stamina to about a mile and claim the Connaught Handicap at Happy Valley on Wednesday.
International
Great Britain Preview: Spot Plays January 14, 2023
It’s a weekend for some decent prep races for the Cheltenham Festival in Britain, and some rich handicaps for the second-tier horses.
International
Australia Preview: McDonald poised for Magic Millions day
Australian eyes are turned to Queensland’s Gold Coast this weekend for Magic Millions raceday.
International
Dubai Preview: Spot plays for Jan. 13, 2023
Dubai’s carnival continues to heat up at Meydan on Friday. Headlining the seven-race card is the Al Rashidiya (G2).
International
Hong Kong Preview: Money Catcher poised to take January Cup
The January Cup (G3) is normally a highly competitive handicap, but it might be very hard to topple a horse that placed at international Group 1 level at his last start.
International
Breeders' Cup Challenge Series: Great clash expected in King's Plate
The Breeders’ Cup Challenge series heads to South Africa on Saturday with two qualifying races — one of which has a new name.
Breeders Cup
Great Britain Preview: Spot plays for Sandown
There’s a decent day of racing at Sandown, featuring a Grade 1 novice hurdle, a Listed race for mares, and a rich handicap for older jumpers.
International
Dubai Preview: Switzerland can neutralize opponents
Graded stakes racing begins at Meydan this week, and TwinSpires gives you the opportunity to bet on all races on Friday.
International
Dubai Carnival 2023: Horses to watch from the fall season at Meydan
The Dubai World Cup Carnival begins on Jan. 6, yet the racing action has already been in full swing in the United Arab Emirates since Oct. 28.
International
Hong Kong Preview: Alex seeks a princely triumph
Prince Alex can progress from a last-start third to win the Hoi Yuen Handicap at Happy Valley on Wednesday.
International
12 to keep on the radar for 2023
Of the very many horses to look forward to in 2023, I’d like to highlight a dozen to keep on the radar.
Features
Celebrate New Year's Eve with New Zealand racing: Spot Plays for holiday card
As was the case last week, the biggest day of flat racing internationally this weekend is in New Zealand.
International
Great Britain-Ireland Preview: Spot Plays Dec. 31-Jan. 1
After a series of thrilling races in Britain and Ireland this week, the jumps season continues to hot up over the New Year weekend.
International
Sydney Preview: Spot Plays for Dec. 30
Twin Spires once again offers its Rest of the World Bet Back promotion on all races at Randwick.
International
Hong Kong Preview: Dragon to continue Winning ways
Former Chilean Classic hero Winning Dragon can make it three consecutive victories in the Luk Wu Handicap at Happy Valley on Wednesday.
International
Great Britain-Ireland Preview: Spot Plays for Dec. 26
Bad weather has halted a lot of racing in Britain and Ireland in recent weeks, but it looks like it should return fully for Dec. 26, one of the big days of the year for jumps racing.
International
New Zealand: Spot Plays for Christmas Black Type racing
If you’re wanting to play some high-quality racing on Christmas and can’t wait for North American racing to resume the day after, the place to look toward is New Zealand.
International
Japan: Titleholder can secure title in world's biggest betting race
Titleholder can secure Japan’s Horse of the Year award by taking out its equal-richest race this weekend.
Wagering
Hong Kong Preview: Nordic Dragon can remain unbeaten
The proven experience of Excellent Peers, or the excitement of newcomer Nordic Dragon? That appears to be the question for punters trying to work out the Saturn Handicap.
International
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.