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Tipsheet: 2026 Manhattan Stakes
A superb cast of nine grassy specialists will run 1 3/16 miles on the lawn at Saratoga in Saturday’s lucrative $1 million Manhattan (G1).
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2026 Belmont Stakes odds, predictions, contenders, horses
With the changes to distance and location for 2026, here are some tips and predictions by our expert racing analysts.
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How to bet the 2026 New York Stakes
A classy cast of nine fillies and mares will jaunt 1 3/16 miles over the Saratoga green in Friday’s ultra-competitive, $750,000 New York (G1).
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Betting With, and Against, Nitrogen in the Ogden Phipps Stakes
A strong field of six fillies and mares will contest Friday’s $500,000 Ogden Phipps (G1), one of six graded races on a massive day of action at Saratoga.
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Tipsheet: 2026 Belmont Stakes
A fantastic field of nine three-year-olds will travel 1 1/4 miles on the dirt at Saratoga in Saturday’s third leg of the Triple Crown, the $2 million Belmont (G1).
Belmont Stakes Picks
#4 Renegade
#3 Chief Wallabee
#7 Commandment
Belmont Stakes Wagers
$40 win #4 Renegade
$20 exacta box 3-4
$.50-cent superfecta 3,4 with 3,4,7,8 with 3,4,7,8,9 with 3,4,7,8,9
Belmont Stakes Contenders
#1 VITRUVIAN MAN (30-1): Doug O’Neill trainee was a distant third in the Santa Anita Derby (G1) in his lone run of 2026 and gets the rail for his New York debut. Vino Rosso colt has won or placed in each of his three runs on the dirt in advance of the race, but the bay will need marked improvement to challenge for a share in this demanding spot under Antonio Fresu.
#2 POWERSHIFT (12-1): Lightly raced prospect was a strong maiden winner at Churchill Downs on Derby Day and will take a major class hike on this occasion. The first of two from the Pletcher shedrow has a lot of ability and room to grow, and he could be an exotics contender with a move forward on Saturday. Luis Saez picks up the mount.
#3 CHIEF WALLABEE (3-1): Sure win threat from the barn of Bill Mott was a brave fourth in the Kentucky Derby (G1) despite having an unfavorable trip in Louisville, and the son of Constitution looms large with clear sailing in the Belmont. The bay homebred has trained well as of late and should move up while racing with blinkers on for the second time in his career. Florida Derby (G1) third will stalk the pace while always in range beneath Junior Alvarado.
#4 RENEGADE (2-1): Morning-line choice and top pick ran a winning race in defeat in the Run for the Roses and gets top billing for Pletcher. The $975,000 yearling purchase has been very good in each of his three assignments this campaign and appears to be coming up to the race in fine fashion, too. Irad Ortiz will once again guide the stout late runner.
#5 OTTINHO (20-1): The first of three from the Chad Brown shedrow rallied to be a distant second in the Blue Grass S. (G1) in his latest endeavor. Quality Road colt, who is a half-brother to the mighty Gun Runner, did improve with the addition of blinkers last time and he should also appreciate the added ground in this spot. Dylan David will take the reins and have the sophomore making one run from well off the early tempo.
#6 GROWTH EQUITY (12-1): Klaravich color bearer was much the best in his Peter Pan S. (G3) triumph on May 9 and is an interesting longshot in the group. Chad Brown pupil possesses good tactical foot in a field lacking pace, and the son of Nyquist figures to be well placed turning for home Manny Franco inheriting the mount.
#7 COMMANDMENT (6-1): Florida Derby (G1) victor ran evenly late in the Derby and is eligible to improve for conditioner Brad Cox. The millionaire son of Into Mischief has impressed on multiple occasions this season, and his best performance puts him right there with any contender in the cast. He picks up two-time Belmont winner John Velazquez, too.
#8 EMERGING MARKET (6-1): Third from the powerful Brown barn was empty late in Louisville five weeks back, but the talented son of Candy Ride was making just his third lifetime run in the race and will benefit from the experience. Kentucky-bred chestnut drilled a swift four panels on the Oklahoma training surface last weekend, and if he runs to that morning move, then the sophomore has to be given a chance with Flavien Prat staying in the irons.
#9 GOLDEN TEMPO (9-2): Kentucky Derby (G1) hero receives another wide post draw but has never been better since having blinkers added two races back. The Curlin homebred has reportedly been training in consistently good fashion in advance of his Saratoga debut, and the colt will likely have less to do turning for home on Saturday in a race where the pace will be moderate at best. Regular pilot Jose Ortiz will be in the stirrups.
Wagering
The best longshot to bet in the 2026 Belmont Stakes
"Longshot" is a relative term in the $2 million Belmont (G1) at Saratoga on Saturday.
Belmont Stakes
Betting the Belmont Stakes on Different Budgets
An excellent group of nine sophomores will go postward in the historic $2 million Belmont (G1) at Saratoga on Saturday.
Racing
Meet the Contenders: 2026 Belmont Stakes
Meet the horses running in the 2026 Belmont (G1) at Saratoga. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a potential rating.
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Spot Plays for 2026 Belmont Stakes Day
Graded stakes make up half the Belmont Stakes Day program, but it's best not to overlook the quality maidens and allowances on the rest of the program.
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Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Mandatory-payout $101,971 Pick 6 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, June 4 at Saratoga and Churchill Downs, along with a horse to single in the mandatory-payout $101,971 Pick 6 carryover at Charles Town.
Racing
Belmont Stakes 2026 odds, news and notes
Bookmark this page to get the latest Belmont Stakes 2026 odds, entries, expert picks and analysis as handicappers everywhere lock in.
Analysis
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.
Racing
Official 2026 Belmont Stakes Betting Guide
When the gates open for the 2026 Belmont Stakes, make sure you have the ultimate data advantage with the Official 2026 Belmont Stakes Betting Guide.
Analysis
The best longshot to bet in the 2026 Belmont Stakes
"Longshot" is a relative term in the $2 million Belmont (G1) at Saratoga on Saturday.
Belmont Stakes
Betting the Belmont Stakes on Different Budgets
An excellent group of nine sophomores will go postward in the historic $2 million Belmont (G1) at Saratoga on Saturday.
Racing
Tipsheet: 2026 Belmont Stakes
A fantastic field of nine three-year-olds will travel 1 1/4 miles on the dirt at Saratoga in Saturday’s third leg of the Triple Crown, the $2 million Belmont (G1).
Belmont Stakes Picks
#4 Renegade
#3 Chief Wallabee
#7 Commandment
Belmont Stakes Wagers
$40 win #4 Renegade
$20 exacta box 3-4
$.50-cent superfecta 3,4 with 3,4,7,8 with 3,4,7,8,9 with 3,4,7,8,9
Belmont Stakes Contenders
#1 VITRUVIAN MAN (30-1): Doug O’Neill trainee was a distant third in the Santa Anita Derby (G1) in his lone run of 2026 and gets the rail for his New York debut. Vino Rosso colt has won or placed in each of his three runs on the dirt in advance of the race, but the bay will need marked improvement to challenge for a share in this demanding spot under Antonio Fresu.
#2 POWERSHIFT (12-1): Lightly raced prospect was a strong maiden winner at Churchill Downs on Derby Day and will take a major class hike on this occasion. The first of two from the Pletcher shedrow has a lot of ability and room to grow, and he could be an exotics contender with a move forward on Saturday. Luis Saez picks up the mount.
#3 CHIEF WALLABEE (3-1): Sure win threat from the barn of Bill Mott was a brave fourth in the Kentucky Derby (G1) despite having an unfavorable trip in Louisville, and the son of Constitution looms large with clear sailing in the Belmont. The bay homebred has trained well as of late and should move up while racing with blinkers on for the second time in his career. Florida Derby (G1) third will stalk the pace while always in range beneath Junior Alvarado.
#4 RENEGADE (2-1): Morning-line choice and top pick ran a winning race in defeat in the Run for the Roses and gets top billing for Pletcher. The $975,000 yearling purchase has been very good in each of his three assignments this campaign and appears to be coming up to the race in fine fashion, too. Irad Ortiz will once again guide the stout late runner.
#5 OTTINHO (20-1): The first of three from the Chad Brown shedrow rallied to be a distant second in the Blue Grass S. (G1) in his latest endeavor. Quality Road colt, who is a half-brother to the mighty Gun Runner, did improve with the addition of blinkers last time and he should also appreciate the added ground in this spot. Dylan David will take the reins and have the sophomore making one run from well off the early tempo.
#6 GROWTH EQUITY (12-1): Klaravich color bearer was much the best in his Peter Pan S. (G3) triumph on May 9 and is an interesting longshot in the group. Chad Brown pupil possesses good tactical foot in a field lacking pace, and the son of Nyquist figures to be well placed turning for home Manny Franco inheriting the mount.
#7 COMMANDMENT (6-1): Florida Derby (G1) victor ran evenly late in the Derby and is eligible to improve for conditioner Brad Cox. The millionaire son of Into Mischief has impressed on multiple occasions this season, and his best performance puts him right there with any contender in the cast. He picks up two-time Belmont winner John Velazquez, too.
#8 EMERGING MARKET (6-1): Third from the powerful Brown barn was empty late in Louisville five weeks back, but the talented son of Candy Ride was making just his third lifetime run in the race and will benefit from the experience. Kentucky-bred chestnut drilled a swift four panels on the Oklahoma training surface last weekend, and if he runs to that morning move, then the sophomore has to be given a chance with Flavien Prat staying in the irons.
#9 GOLDEN TEMPO (9-2): Kentucky Derby (G1) hero receives another wide post draw but has never been better since having blinkers added two races back. The Curlin homebred has reportedly been training in consistently good fashion in advance of his Saratoga debut, and the colt will likely have less to do turning for home on Saturday in a race where the pace will be moderate at best. Regular pilot Jose Ortiz will be in the stirrups.
Wagering
Meet the Contenders: 2026 Belmont Stakes
Meet the horses running in the 2026 Belmont (G1) at Saratoga. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a potential rating.
Racing
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Churchill’s $8,344 Super High 5 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, June 2 at Saratoga and Churchill Downs, including tickets for Churchill’s $8,344 Super High 5 carryover.
Racing
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.
Racing
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Super High 5 carryover at Mountaineer
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, June 2 at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Assiniboia Downs, along with a ticket for the $1,231 Super High 5 carryover at Mountaineer.
Racing
Renegade installed as 2-1 favorite in 2026 Belmont Stakes
Post positions and morning-line odds for the 2026 Belmont (G1) at Saratoga.
Racing
How to bet the 2026 Mighty Beau Stakes at Churchill Downs
Amid the excitement of Belmont Stakes Day, don’t forget to check out the Saturday card at Churchill Downs, which is highlighted by the $225,000 Mighty Beau S.
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How to bet the 2026 Matt Winn Stakes at Churchill Downs
The $500,000 Matt Winn (G3) at Churchill Downs is rising in prominence. The purse has quintupled since 2018, and Kentucky Derby (G1) alumni have won the last four editions of the 1 1/16-mile race.
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Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: T’ Ray can win Tapeta return
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, June 1 at Finger Lakes, Presque Isle Downs, and Assiniboia Downs, including a pair of exactas.
Racing
How to bet Sunday’s $15,887 Sunset Six Pick 6 carryover
Sunday’s $15,887 Sunset Six Pick 6 carryover looks winnable on a modest budget. In fact, we believe a competitive ticket can be assembled for under $20.
Racing
How to bet the 2026 Triple Bend Stakes
A compact, but talented, field of five will dash seven-eighths on the dirt in Sunday’s $100,000 Triple Bend S. (G3) at Santa Anita.
Wagering
Horse Racing This Weekend: Key Races, Top Horses & Best Bets [May 30, 2026]
Find out everything you need to know about key races, top horse, and best bets with TwinSpires horse racing this weekend.
Racing
Churchill Downs: How to bet the $79,180 Pick 5 carryover
The stakes-packed Saturday card at Churchill Downs just got even better. There’s a lucrative $79,180 carryover up for grabs in the 50-cent Late Pick 5.
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Betting All-Turf Pick 4 at Churchill Downs May 30, 2026
James Scully shares his betting strategy for the All-Stakes Pick 4 on Saturday's Stephen Foster Preview Day at Churchill Downs.
Racing
Spot plays for 2026 Stephen Foster Preview Day at Churchill Downs
Stephen Foster Preview Day at Churchill Downs will undoubtedly be the most popular card in the country on Saturday, with none of the stakes looking particularly lopsided.
Racing
Stakes Spot Plays for Monmouth on Saturday, May 30
Monmouth Park will host a trio of black-type tilts on Saturday.
Wagering
Playing the $5 All-Stakes Pick 3 at Woodbine on Saturday
A trio of graded stakes tilts will be hosted by Woodbine on Saturday, and I will aim for the special $5 Pick 3 wager connecting the three featured contests on the card.
Racing
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.
Racing
Horse Racing Tournament Talk: Weekend recap, upcoming tournaments, & big winners [May 29-30]
It's time to talk tournaments. TwinSpires goes over last weekend's tournaments, big winners, and upcoming tournaments you won't want to miss.
Racing
Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Superwolf goes for five in a row
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, May 29 at Churchill Downs, Gulfstream Park, and Belterra Park, including an exacta in the Best of Ohio Babst/Palacios Memorial S.
Racing
Exotics Plays for the 2026 Regret Stakes
An especially well-matched field of nine sophomore ladies will jaunt nine panels on the Churchill Downs lawn in Saturday’s $275,000 Regret (G3).
Racing
Pick 4 of the Week: Churchill Downs Saturday, May 30
A huge afternoon of racing will be hosted by Churchill Downs on Saturday as part of Stephen Foster Preview Day, with seven stakes races on the slate, including six of the graded variety.
Racing
Betting With, and Against, Lagynos in the Arlington Stakes
A talented field of 11 will go postward in the $275,000 Arlington (G3) at Churchill Downs on Saturday.
Racing
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Churchill’s $9,452 Super High 5 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, May 28 at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Churchill Downs, including tickets for Churchill’s $9,452 Super High 5 carryover.
Racing
Double Play for the Penn Oaks/Mile
A pair of stakes races for sophomores on the grass will highlight the major evening of racing at Penn National on Friday.
Racing
Tipsheet: 2026 Blame Stakes
A fine field of eight will travel 1 1/8 miles on the Churchill Downs main strip in Saturday’s $300,000 Blame (G3), one of six graded tilts on the excellent Stephen Foster Preview Day card.
Analysis
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.
Racing
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Instant Replay returns
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, May 27, at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Presque Isle Downs, including a stakes winner making his 2026 debut.
Racing
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.
Racing
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 12-1 shot at Assiniboia Downs
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, May 26 at Horseshoe Indianapolis, Presque Isle Downs, and Assiniboia Downs, including a first-time starter at 12-1 odds.
Racing
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Churchill’s $54,587 Super High 5 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, May 25 at Churchill Downs and Santa Anita, including tickets for Churchill’s $54,587 Super High 5 carryover.
Racing
Aqueduct: Analyzing Sunday’s $33,406 Pick 6 carryover
A three-day weekend of racing at Aqueduct continues on Sunday with a $33,406 carryover up for grabs in the $1 Pick 6.
Racing
Horse Racing This Weekend: Key Races, Top Horses & Best Bets [May 23 2026]
Find out everything you need to know about key races, top horse, and best bets with TwinSpires horse racing this weekend.
Racing
Saturday picks for NHC Qualifier, $35,779 Pick 6 carryover
An NHC qualifier tournament and a $35,779 Pick 6 carryover are among the betting highlights TwinSpires players can pursue on the fourth Saturday in May.
Racing
Late Pick 5 Preview: Santa Anita's Crystal Water, Melair & Snow Chief Stakes Picks
Our experts delivers deep race analysis, betting strategy, and handicapping insights for Saturday's competitive Late Pick 5 sequence at Santa Anita Park.
Racing
How to bet the Shoemaker Mile Stakes
An excellent cast of nine, six of which are graded stakes winners, will travel one mile over the Santa Anita lawn in Saturday’s $300,000 Shoemaker Mile (G1).
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Tipsheet: 2026 Gamely Stakes
A strong cast of eight fillies and mares will travel nine panels on the Santa Anita sod in Monday’s $300,000 Gamely (G1).
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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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Pick 4 of the Week: Santa Anita Saturday, May 23
The Pick 4 of the week will come from Santa Anita on Saturday, led by a pair of black-type tilts to commence the play.
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Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Santa Anita’s $60,494 Pick 6 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, May 15 at Gulfstream Park, Churchill Downs, and Santa Anita, including horses to play in Pick 6 and Super High 5 carryovers at Churchill and Santa Anita.
Racing
Pick 3 of the Week: Churchill Downs Saturday, May 23
A three-race sequence with some of my favorite types of contests – maiden and starter allowance – will comprise the Pick 3 of the Week.
Wagering
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Juveniles at Churchill and Indianapolis
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, May 21, at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Churchill Downs, along with a horse to single in Hawthorne’s $255 Pick 6 carryover.
Racing
How to bet the Game Face Stakes
A total of seven three-year-old fillies will dash six panels on the Gulfstream Park main surface in Saturday’s $100,000 Game Face S.
Racing
Exotics Plays for the 2026 Paradise Creek Stakes
A sharp field of nine three-year-olds will race six panels on the outer lawn at Aqueduct in Saturday’s $150,000 Paradise Creek S.
Racing
Tipsheet: 2026 Keertana Stakes
A fine cast of eight fillies and mares will go 1 1/2 miles on the Churchill Downs lawn in Saturday’s $250,000 Keertana S.
Racing
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Mott trainee at Presque Isle Downs
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, May 20, at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Presque Isle Downs, including a Riley Mott trainee who has been facing tough competition.
Racing
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.
Racing
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Hyperlink tries Horseshoe Indianapolis
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, May 19, at Presque Isle Downs, Horseshoe Indianapolis, and Assiniboia Downs, including a 7-2 shot shipping from Kentucky to Indiana.
Racing
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Florida to Indiana shipper
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, May 18 at Finger Lakes and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a 4-1 shot shipping from Florida to Indiana.
Racing
Two plays for five Sunday tournaments at Churchill Downs
The Sunday card at Churchill Downs is the focus of five TwinSpires tournaments with buy-ins ranging from $40 to $600.
Racing
How to bet the 2026 Cinema Stakes
A compact field of five will vie in Sunday’s $100,000 Cinema S. at Santa Anita.
Racing
Iron Honor wins the Gotham Stakes at Aqueduct. (Photo by Coglianese Photo / Credit to Susie Raisher)
Tipsheet: 2026 Preakness Stakes
A well-matched field of 14 three-year-olds will run 1 3 /16 miles over the Laurel Park dirt surface in Saturday’s historic, $2 million Preakness (G1).
Racing
The best longshot to bet in the 2026 Preakness Stakes
This one-off edition of the Preakness at Laurel has attracted an unusual capacity field, so perhaps the chances of another surprise have inherently increased.
Preakness Stakes
LIVE Preakness 2026: Odds, betting tips, expert picks, horses, and entries
Welcome to our LIVE Preakness 2026 coverage with odds, betting tips, expert picks, horses, and entries.
Racing
Iron Honor wins the Gotham Stakes at Aqueduct. (Photo by Coglianese Photo / Credit to Susie Raisher)
Betting the 2026 Preakness Stakes on Different Budgets
The second leg of the Triple Crown will be hosted for the first ever time by Laurel Park on Saturday with a full field of 14 sophomores set to go postward.
Racing
Picks and plays for Saturday tournaments at Churchill Downs
If you’re on a roll betting Preakness Day and want to keep the action going in the evening, be sure to check out the Saturday evening card at Churchill Downs.
Racing
Scully: Downs After Dark Pick 4 Play Saturday, May 16, 2026
After Saturday's Preakness (G1), horseplayers can turn to Saturday's Downs After Dark program, and James Scully offers up a Pick 4 ticket.
Racing
Pick 4 of the Week: Laurel Park Saturday, May 16
A total of nine black-type races will be held at Laurel Park on Saturday, headlined by the $2 million Preakness (G1).
Racing
Pick 3 of the Week: Gulfstream Park Saturday, May 16
The Pick 3 of the Week comes from Gulfstream Park on Saturday and will be concluded by one of the two stakes races on the card.
Wagering
May 16, 2026 Spot Plays: Newbury, Laurel, Churchill Downs
I'll be spanning the globe in search of opportunities on Preakness Day.
Racing
Best Ways for Beginners to Bet $10 on the Preakness Stakes
A full field of three-year-old horses will take aim at the second leg of the Triple Crown on Saturday.
Racing
Horse Racing This Weekend: Key Races, Top Horses & Best Bets [May 15]
Find out everything you need to know about key races, top horse, and best bets with TwinSpires horse racing this weekend.
Racing
2026 Preakness Brisnet Speed Rating Report
Brisnet Speed Rating Report for the 2026 Preakness Stakes (G1), including a look at recent Preakness winners and analysis of top contenders.
Racing
How to bet the 2026 Louisville Stakes
Grade 1 winner #3 Burnham Square (2-5) will lead a compact field of six postward in the $250,000 Louisville (G3) on the Churchill Downs lawn on Saturday.
Racing
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.
Racing
Betting With, and Against, Margie’s Intention in the DuPont Distaff Stakes
A cast of eight fillies and mares will jaunt nine panels on the main strip at Laurel Park in Friday’s $125,000 Allaire DuPont Distaff S.
Wagering
Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $22,400 Super High 5 at Churchill Downs
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, May 15 at Gulfstream Park, Churchill Downs, and Laurel Park, including a ticket for Churchill’s $22,400 Super High 5 carryover.
Racing
Exotics Plays for the Jim McKay Turf Sprint Stakes
A deep cast of 11 will dash 5 1/2 panels over the Laurel Park grass in Saturday’s $125,000 Jim McKay Turf Sprint S.
Racing
Jackpot 8 winner: Quick Pick is 'the best thing ever'
After that first Derby in 2015, won by eventual Triple Crown winner American Pharoah, the racing fan turned into a horseplayer via the TwinSpires app.
Racing
2026 Black-Eyed Susan odds, predictions, contenders, horses
Two-deep in the Black-Eyed Susan, with #8 Majestic Lucia (12-1) rating top billing in her stakes debut.
Racing
Horse Racing Tournament Talk: Weekend recap, upcoming horse racing tourney's, & big winners [May 15, 2026]
Join us as we bring you everything you need to know about tournaments.
Racing
Scully: Playing Pick 3 on 2026 Black-Eyed Susan program
Despite the lack of any graded stakes winners, Friday’s Black-Eyed Susan (G2) at Laurel Park offers intrigue for horseplayers, with a competitive field of 10 three-year-olds set for the 1 1/8-mile event.
Racing
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Churchill’s $10,040 Super High 5 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, May 14, at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Churchill Downs, including a ticket for Churchill’s $10,040 Super High 5 carryover.
Racing
Iron Honor wins the Gotham Stakes at Aqueduct. (Photo by Coglianese Photo / Credit to Susie Raisher)
Tipsheet: 2026 Preakness Stakes
A well-matched field of 14 three-year-olds will run 1 3 /16 miles over the Laurel Park dirt surface in Saturday’s historic, $2 million Preakness (G1).
Racing
2026 Preakness Stakes: Odds, Picks, News and Notes
The Preakness News and Notes is a one stop shop for everything you need to know about Preakness Stakes Weekend.
Analysis
The best longshot to bet in the 2026 Preakness Stakes
This one-off edition of the Preakness at Laurel has attracted an unusual capacity field, so perhaps the chances of another surprise have inherently increased.
Preakness Stakes
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Ekati Flatter in the Corningstone
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, May 13 at Delaware Park and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a 6-1 shot in the Corningstone H.
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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.
Racing
Deicke wins Kentucky Derby Betting Challenge, Petrunyak takes TwinSpires Tour
High-profile tournament action made headlines during Kentucky Derby (G1) week when Ed Deicke nabbed first prize in the Kentucky Derby Betting Challenge (KDBC) and Ryan Petrunyak emerged victorious in the TwinSpires Tour.
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Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Sprint to route at 10-1
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, May 5 at Finger Lakes and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a 10-1 shot stretching out in distance.
Racing
Iron Honor slight early favorite in Preakness
A field of 14 has been entered for the $1.5 million Preakness (G1) at Laurel on Saturday, the second leg of the Triple Crown.
Preakness Stakes
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Horseshoe Indianapolis longshots
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, May 11, at Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a pair of double-digit longshots.
Racing