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Betting with, and against, White Abarrio in the 2024 Saudi Cup
As you would expect for the world’s richest race, many of the world’s best dirt horses are contesting the $20 million Saudi Cup (G1) at Riyadh on Saturday.
International
How to bet With, and Against, Ain’t Life Grand in the Razorback Handicap
A massive field of 13 will go postward in Saturday’s lucrative $600,000 Razorback H. (G3) at Oaklawn Park on Saturday.
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Honeybee Stakes
A total of 10 three-year-old fillies will travel 1 1/16 miles on the Oaklawn Park dirt in Saturday’s $400,000 Honeybee S. (G3).
Wagering
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Not Normal can ship and win
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Feb. 22 at Fair Grounds, Turfway Park, and Charles Town, including horses to play in the $2,438 Pick 6 carryover at Fair Grounds.
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Stakes Spot Selections for Fair Grounds on Saturday, February 24
A pair of black-type events for Cajun-bred runners will highlight the 10-race card at Fair Grounds on Saturday.
Wagering
Tipsheet: 2024 Rebel Stakes
A huge field of 13 three-year-olds will run 1 1/16 miles at Oaklawn Park in Saturday’s lucrative $1.25 million Rebel S. (G2).
Wagering
Meet the Contenders: 2024 Rebel Stakes
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Rebel S. at Oaklawn Park. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential
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Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $2,329 Super High 5
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Feb. 21 at Gulfstream Park, Charles Town, and Turfway Park, including a ticket for Turfway’s $2,329 Super High 5 carryover.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley Feb. 21
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 5:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
International
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Cold Turf Paradise Pick 3
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Feb. 20 at Turf Paradise, including a cold Pick 3 wager.
Best Bets
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Double at Turf Paradise
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Feb. 19 at Aqueduct and Turf Paradise, including an 8-1 longshot.
Best Bets
Sierra Leone becomes 6-1 individual favorite in KDFW Pool 4
The overarching story was the impact of Saturday’s Risen Star (G2) in the midst of the betting window – and the ensuing plunge on Sierra Leone.
Wagering
Tampa Bay Downs: Betting the $2,706 Super High 5 carryover
Do you have what it takes to select the top five finishers in Sunday’s first race at Tampa Bay Downs? If you can, you’ll win a share of a $2,706 Super High 5 carryover.
Wagering
TwinSpires horse racing podcast playlist - Feb 17-18, 2024
Come join our TwinSpires experts as they make special appearances on horse racing podcasts, including At the Races, Horse Racing Radio, TwinSpires, and Jason Beem's podcast. Be sure to tune in to our TwinSpires horse racing playlist before races begin!
Wagering
Simply Maverick is the one to beat in a Feb. 18 handicap at Sha Tin (Photo by Hong Kong Jockey Club)
Hong Kong Selections Feb. 18: Simply Maverick can boost Derby credentials
Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club furnishes selections and analysis of Sunday’s card at Sha Tin.
Wagering
Fair Grounds: A single for the Risen Star day $3,196 Pick 6 carryover
A non-jackpot $3,196 carryover in the $1 Pick 6 adds betting value to an already fantastic Saturday of racing at Fair Grounds.
Wagering
How to bet With, and Against, V V’s Dream, in the Rachel Alexandra Stakes
An excellent field of seven sophomore fillies will go postward in Saturday’s $300,000 Rachel Alexandra S. (G2) at Fair Grounds.
Wagering
Scully: Betting the Fair Grounds All-Stakes Pick 5 on Risen Star Day
A pair of dynamite prep races for the Kentucky Derby (G1) and Oaks (G1), the $400,000 Risen Star (G2) and $300,000 Rachel Alexandra (G2), highlight the guaranteed All-Stakes Pick 5 at Fair Grounds Saturday. Here is how I will play it.
Wagering
Hanson: Spot Plays for 2024 Risen Star Day
Uncertainty regarding surfaces and conditions earlier in the program lead me to concentrate ahead of time on the latter portion of a terrific 14-race Risen Star Day card.
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Dixie Belle Stakes
An octet of three-year-old fillies will dash six panels on the Oaklawn Park dirt in Saturday’s $150,000 Dixie Belle S.
Wagering
Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $30,249 Pick 6 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Feb. 16 at Turfway Park and Santa Anita, along with horses to single in Pick 6 carryovers at Aqueduct and Fair Grounds.
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How to bet the 2024 Dust Commander Stakes
A talented cast of nine will go postward in Saturday’s $125,000 Dust Commander S. at Turfway Park.
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Barbara Fritchie Stakes
A nice field of nine fillies and mares will travel seven panels on the Laurel Park dirt in Saturday’s $200,000 Barbara Fritchie S. (G3).
Wagering
Ova Charged wins the Mardi Gras at Fair Grounds (Photo courtesy of Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots)
Catching My Eye: Ova Charged and Doncho on Mardi Gras Day at Fair Grounds
In the $100,000 Mardi Gras Stakes, among the field of nine fillies and mares, one of them didn’t fit, one of them didn’t belong, one of them was not like the others, but one of them absolutely romped.
Wagering
Dubai Preview Feb. 16: Silent Film looks to improve from his last start
#7 Silent Film can improve on his last-start second and beat several former stablemates home in the Lord Glitters H. at Meydan on Friday morning.
International
Meet the Contenders: 2024 Sunland Park Derby
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Sunland Park Derby at Sunland Park. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
Analysis
Tipsheet: 2024 Sunland Park Derby
A talented field of eight sophomores will travel 1 1/16 miles on the dirt on Sunday in the $400,000 Sunland Park Derby (G3).
Wagering
Exotics Plays for the 2024 Fair Grounds Stakes
A deep field of 12 will travel nine furlongs on the lawn in Saturday’s $175,000 Fair Grounds S. (G3).
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Royal Delta Stakes
An excellent field of 11 fillies and mares will vie in Saturday’s $150,000 Royal Delta S. (G3) at Gulfstream Park.
Wagering
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 6-1 to win on debut
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Feb. 15 at Fair Grounds, Delta Downs, and Turfway Park, including a 6-1 first-time starter.
Best Bets
Tipsheet: 2024 Risen Star Stakes
An outstanding field of 12 sophomores will travel 1 1/8 miles on the dirt at Fair Grounds in Saturday’s $400,000 Risen Star S. (G2).
Wagering
Locked installed at 10-1 for Pool 4 of Kentucky Derby Future Wager
Pool 4 of the 2024 Kentucky Derby Future Wager (KDFW) will be held this week. Wagering opens at noon ET on Friday and concludes Sunday at 6 p.m. $2 win and exacta wagering will be offered.
Kentucky Derby
Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley Feb. 15
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 5:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
International
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 12-1 Clement longshot
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Feb. 14 at Gulfstream Park, Tampa Bay Downs, and Turfway Park, including horses to play in Turfway’s $1,620 Super High 5 carryover.
Best Bets
Meet the Contenders: 2024 Risen Star
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Risen Star at Fair Grounds. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
Wagering
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $22,915 Fair Grounds Pick 6
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Feb. 13 at Turf Paradise and Fair Grounds, including analysis of the $22,915 Pick 6 carryover at Fair Grounds.
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Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Bo Cruz ready for return
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Feb. 12 at Mahoning Valley, Fair Grounds, and Turf Paradise.
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Tampa Bay Downs: Betting the $12,021 Super High 5 carryover
The Sunday card at Tampa Bay Downs kicks off with a $12,021 Super High 5 carryover on the table in Race 1, a $5,000 claimer for horses who haven’t won a race since Aug. 11.
Wagering
Hong Kong Selections for Chinese New Year Raceday Feb. 12
It’s Chinese New Year Raceday at Sha Tin on Monday, and Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club has tips for the prosperity-themed program.
International
Singles for Pick 6 carryovers at Aqueduct, Fair Grounds
At Aqueduct on Saturday, the $1 Pick 6 has tossed up a carryover worth $16,810. Meanwhile at Fair Grounds, the prize pool for their $1 Pick 6 stands at $7,143.
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Gulfstream Park Turf Sprint Stakes
A well-matched field of seven turf sprinters will travel five grassy panels in Saturday’s $125,000 Gulfstream Park Turf Sprint S.
Wagering
Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Army Officer can outrun odds
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Feb. 9 at Sunland Park, Turfway Park, and Delta Downs, along with a single and a live longshot for the $4,807 Pick 6 carryover at Fair Grounds.
Best Bets
How to bet the 2024 San Marcos Stakes
A total of six horses will travel 1 1/4 miles on the Santa Anita turf in Saturday’s $100,000 San Marcos S. (G3).
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Ladies Turf Sprint Stakes
A total of nine fillies and mares will run five-eighths on the Gulfstream Park lawn in Sunday’s $100,000 Ladies Turf Sprint S.
Wagering
Dubai Preview: Breeders’ Cup placegetter looks in prime position – Feb. 9 2024
Breeders’ Cup placegetter #1 Starlust looks in prime position to get his first three-year-old victory in the Dubai Trophy at Meydan on Friday morning.
International
Meet the Contenders: 2024 Sam F. Davis Stakes
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Sam F. Davis S at Tampa Bay Downs. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
Wagering
The Jury: Expert Picks, Bets and Fades for Feb. 10 [Video]
Racing analysts Ashley Anderson, James Scully, and Darin Zoccali look at a number of races across the country, including the Sam F. Davis (G3) at Tampa Bay Downs, plus stakes at Gulfstream, and racing at Oaklawn, Fair Grounds, and more. Ashley and James offer their thoughts in the written portion below. Be sure to check out Darin's opinions in our on-camera portion as well!
Wagering
Chase the Chaos winning the El Camino Real Derby at Golden Gate Fields (Photo by Vassar Photography)
How to bet the 2024 El Camino Real Derby
A total of eight three-year-olds will travel 1 1/4 miles on the All-Weather at Golden Gate in Saturday’s $100,000 El Camino Real Derby.
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Heavenly Prize Stakes
A field of eight fillies and mares will travel one-mile on the Aqueduct dirt in Saturday’s $150,000 Heavenly Prize S.
Wagering
Tipsheet: 2024 Sam F. Davis Stakes
A total of 12 sophomores will travel 1 1/16 miles on Tampa Bay Downs main surface in Saturday’s $250,000 Sam F. Davis S. (G3).
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Ozark Stakes
A cast of seven three-year-olds will dash six panels on the Oaklawn Park oval in Saturday’s $150,000 Ozark S.
Wagering
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Pretty Liam can win again
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Feb. 8 at Gulfstream Park and Turfway Park, along with a horse to single in the $1,899 Pick 6 carryover at Fair Grounds.
Best Bets
Exotics Plays for the 2024 Valdale Stakes
A talented field of 10 sophomore fillies will run 6 1/2 furlongs on the Turfway Park synthetic strip in Saturday’s $125,000 Valdale S.
Wagering
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Mandatory-payout $329,521 Pick 5 at Parx
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Feb. 7 at Gulfstream Park and Turfway Park, along with analysis of the mandatory-payout $329,521 Pick 5 carryover at Parx Racing.
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Racing Roundtable: Fierceness upset in Holy Bull, other shocking Kentucky Derby prep results
This week, the Racing Roundtable examines a number of upset winners during a jam-packed weekend of Kentucky Derby and Oaks prep action, including Hades' victory in the Holy Bull (G3), where Fierceness finished a disappointing third as the 1-5 favorite.
Analysis
Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley Feb. 7
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 5:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
International
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 8-1 first-time starter
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Feb. 6 at Turf Paradise and Mahoning Valley, including an 8-1 longshot.
Best Bets
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Feb. 6, 2024
Jason opens the show discussing some of the news of the day from around horse racing. Then we welcome in trainer Robert "Butch" Reid to the show to talk about his Withers (G3) win with Uncle Heavy, his background in training and racing, and much more!
Racing Podcast
Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Well-bred Tuscan Gold romps
Only time will tell if Tuscan Gold has the talent to win the Kentucky Derby (G1). But there’s no doubt the bay colt has the pedigree to shine on the first Saturday in May.
Features
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Mahoning’s $14,558 Pick 5
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Feb. 5 at Mahoning Valley and Turf Paradise, including a ticket for Mahoning’s $14,558 Pick 5 carryover.
Best Bets
Golden Gate: How to bet the $5,320 Super High 5 carryover
Do you think you can select the top five finishers in Sunday’s first race at Golden Gate Fields? If you can, you’ll win a share of a $5,320 Super High 5 carryover.
Wagering
Fair Grounds: Analyzing the $8,592 Pick 6 carryover
There aren’t any stakes on the Saturday card at Fair Grounds, but there is a non-jackpot Pick 6 carryover worth $8,592 enticing bettors to play.
Wagering
TwinSpires horse racing podcast playlist - Feb. 2-4, 2024
Come join our TwinSpires experts as they make special appearances on horse racing podcasts, including At the Races, Horse Racing Radio, TwinSpires, and Jason Beem's podcast. Be sure to tune in to our TwinSpires horse racing playlist before races begin!
Wagering
Scully: Southwest anchors Pick 3 play at Oaklawn Park
Oaklawn Park features four stakes on Saturday, including a pair of qualifiers for the Kentucky Derby (G1) and Oaks (G1), the $800,000 Southwest (G3) and $250,000 Martha Washington.
Wagering
Hong Kong Selections Feb. 4: Helios Express the one to beat in Classic Mile
Analysis of the Feb. 4 card at Sha Tin, courtesy of the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Declan Schuster.
International
How to bet the 2024 San Marcos Stakes
Editor's note: Sunday's card was canceled. The San Marcos, rescheduled for Feb. 10, will be redrawn on Wednesday.
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Forego Stakes
A total of eight horses will go postward in the Saturday feature at Turfway Park, the $125,000 Forego S.
Wagering
Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Pick 6 carryovers galore
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, Feb. 2 at Turfway Park and Delta Downs, along with horses to play in a trio of Pick 6 carryovers at Aqueduct, Fair Grounds, and Santa Anita.
Best Bets
The Jury: Expert Picks, Bets and Fades for Feb. 3 [Video]
Racing analysts Ashley Anderson, James Scully, and Darin Zoccali discuss Kentucky Derby (G1) and Kentucky Oaks (G1) prep races at Oaklawn, Aqueduct, Gulfstream, and Santa Anita, plus racing at Fair Grounds. Ashley and James give their thoughts in the written portion below. Be sure to check out Darin's opinions in our on-camera portion as well!
Wagering
Meet the Contenders: 2024 Robert B. Lewis Stakes
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Robert B. Lewis S. (G3) at Santa Anita. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential. The star rating of 1 to 5 represents opportunity to perform well. Be sure to follow these contenders by adding them to your Stable Alerts.
Kentucky Derby
Dubai Preview: Trevaunance could have a well-deserved victory ahead
Irish mare #8 Trevaunance can gain a well-deserved victory when she takes on an international field in the Dubai Millennium Stakes (G3) on the Meydan turf Friday morning.
Wagering
Meet the Contenders: 2024 Withers Stakes
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Withers S. (G3) at Aqueduct. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential. The star rating of 1 to 5 represents opportunity to perform well. Be sure to follow these contenders by adding them to your Stable Alerts.
Kentucky Derby
Tipsheet: 2024 Robert B. Lewis Stakes
Conditioner Bob Baffert will saddle three of the nine contenders for Saturday’s fantastic $200,000 Robert B. Lewis S. (G3) at Santa Anita.
Wagering
Tipsheet: 2024 Withers Stakes
A cast of nine sophomores will travel 1 1/8 miles on the Aqueduct main strip in Saturday’s $250,000 Withers S. (G3).
Wagering
Betting With, and Against, Denim and Pearls in the Martha Washington Stakes
A nice field of nine three-year-old fillies will travel 1 1/16 miles at Oaklawn Park in Saturday’s $250,000 Martha Washington S. The affair is led by the Brad Cox-trained #8 Denim and Pearls (6-5), who finished a clear runner-up in the Year’s End S. on the oval in her latest offering.
Wagering
Jason Beem's Thursday Column for Feb. 1, 2024
Jason discusses the recent huge scoring performances in the NBA and how domination and incredible performances aren't always great in sports, including in horse racing.
Racing Podcast
Exotics Plays for the 2024 Kitten’s Joy Stakes
A talented field of nine three-year-olds will travel 1 1/16 miles on the Gulfstream Park turf in Saturday’s $175,000 Kitten’s Joy S. (G3).
Wagering
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Feb. 1, 2024
Jason looks ahead to a huge weekend of Kentucky Derby (G1) prep races, including action from Santa Anita, Gulfstream, and Aqueduct, as well as graded stakes on the grass at Tampa.
Racing Podcast
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: An Awesome 5-1 shot
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, Feb. 1 at Turfway Park and Turf Paradise, along with horses to play in the $3,125 Pick 6 carryover at Fair Grounds.
Best Bets
How to bet the 2024 Bayakoa Stakes
A total of nine fillies and mares will vie in Friday’s $250,000 Bayakoa S. (G3) at Oaklawn Park.
Wagering
When a meet starts, top trainers can win races in bunches
At the start of a race meet, it can be useful to look back at previous meets and find out which trainers won the most races. If one name consistently ranks at or near the top of the rankings, you can usually assume that trainer will enjoy success at the upcoming meet as well.
Analysis
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Jan. 31, 2024
Jason opens the show discussing the upcoming Southwest Stakes card at Oaklawn. Then we welcome in horseplayer Shane O'Neill to talk about his horseplaying, his uncle Doug and father Dennis' career in the sport, how to appeal to young players, and more!
Racing Podcast
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Maidens at Turfway
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, Jan. 31 at Turfway Park, along with a single for the $2,083 Pick 5 carryover at Penn National.
Best Bets
Tipsheet: 2024 Holy Bull Stakes
A total of eight sophomores will run 1 1/16 miles on the Gulfstream Park dirt in Saturday’s $250,000 Holy Bull S. (G3).
Wagering
Tipsheet: 2024 Southwest Stakes
A talented field of 12 sophomores will travel 1 1/16 miles at Oaklawn Park on Saturday in the lucrative $800,000 Southwest S. (G3).
Wagering
Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley Jan. 31
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 5:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
International
TwinSpires player connects for $1.8 million score
A TwinSpires account holder connected on the score of a lifetime, winning more than $1.8 million on the mandatory payout of the 20-cent Rainbow Pick 6 at Gulfstream Park on Sunday, Jan. 28.
Wagering
Meet the Contenders: 2024 Southwest Stakes
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Southwest S. Saturday at Oaklawn Park.
Analysis
Racing Roundtable: Pegasus World Cup Day recap
This week, the Racing Roundtable reflects on Pegasus World Cup Day at Gulfstream, including National Treasure's win in the marquee race as well as Warm Heart and Francesco Clemente's turf scores.
Racing
Meet the Contenders: 2024 Holy Bull
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Holy Bull at Gulfstream Park this Saturday.
Analysis
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Cold Pick 3 at Turf Paradise
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Jan. 30 at Turf Paradise, including a cold Pick 3 wager.
Best Bets
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Jan. 30, 2024
Jason opens the show touching on some racing news and topics. Then we welcome in Acacia Clement to discuss the Pegasus card, the Eclipse Awards, and much more!
Racing Podcast
Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Speak Easy is the talk of the town
One year after Kentucky Derby winner Mage won a Pegasus World Cup Day maiden race at Gulfstream Park, Speak Easy impressed in an identical maiden contest.
Features
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Turf Paradise opening day
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Jan. 29 at Mahoning Valley and Turf Paradise, including a 15-1 longshot.
Best Bets
Pick 6 carryovers: Mandatory $921,256 at Gulfstream, $1,359 at Fair Grounds
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares horses to play in a pair of Sunday Pick 6 carryovers at Gulfstream Park and Fair Grounds.
Wagering
Aqueduct: A single for the $73,199 Pick 6 carryover
The last two race cards at Aqueduct have gone by without anyone solving the $1 Pick 6, which means there’s a double carryover worth $73,199 up for grabs on Saturday.
Wagering
Longshots of interest on 2024 Pegasus World Cup Day
On a deep and competitive Pegasus World Cup Day, chances are that overlooked contenders might jump up to factor at enticing prices.
Wagering
Hong Kong Selections Jan. 28: Lucky Sweynesse looms large in Centenary Sprint Cup
Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club analyzes the Jan. 28 card at Sha Tin, highlighted by the Centenary Sprint Cup (G1).
International