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Scully: Handicapping Oaklawn Late Pick 4 on Arkansas Derby Day
A pair of major qualifiers for the Kentucky Derby (G1) and Oaks (G1), the $1.5 million Arkansas Derby (G1) and $750,000 Fantasy (G3), are included in a challenging Late Pick 4 at Oaklawn Park Saturday, and I have assembled the following ticket.
Wagering
Dubai World Cup Day: 2024 turf undercard for Race 3, 4, 7, and 8
The Dubai World Cup may be the headline race, but few racedays in the world have a higher-quality collection of turf races than this day.
Dubai World Cup
Dubai World Cup Day: 2024 dirt undercard for Race 2, 5, and 6
As always, the Dubai World Cup undercard brings as strong a day of racing as just about anywhere in the world
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Dubai World Cup Preview: Packed with more international interest – March 30 2024
The 2024 Dubai World Cup carries a little more international interest than usual, with the typical Japanese, American, and Dubai horses opposed by an exciting runner with strong links to, of all places, Kazakhstan.
Dubai World Cup
How to bet With, and Against, Nice as Pie in the Serena’s Song
Eight sophomore fillies will aim to upset Valdale S. romper #8 Nice as Pie (4-5) in Saturday’s $125,000 Serena’s Song S. at Turfway Park.
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How to bet the 2024 Excelsior Stakes
A total of eight horses will go 1 1/8 miles on the Aqueduct dirt in the Saturday feature, the $150,000 Excelsior S.
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Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Turfway’s $111,807 Pick 5 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, March 29 at Sunland Park and Turfway Park
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The Jury: Expert Picks, Bets and Fades for March 30 [Video]
Racing analysts Ashley Anderson, James Scully, and Nick Tammaro tackle their best bets and fades for Gulfstream Park and Oaklawn Park for the Florida Derby (G1) and Arkansas Derby (G1) cards. Ashley and James offer their thoughts in the written portion below. Be sure to check out Nick's opinions in our on-camera portion as well!
Wagering
How to bet the Temperence Hill Stakes
A massive field of 13 will travel a grueling 1 1/2 miles at Oaklawn Park on Friday in the $200,000 Temperance Hill S.
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Exotics Plays for the 2024 Gulfstream Park Oaks
A really good field of nine sophomore fillies will vie in Saturday’s $250,000 Gulfstream Park Oaks (G2).
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Fantasy Stakes
An excellent field of 12 three-year-old fillies will vie in the lucrative $750,000 Fantasy S. (G3) at Oaklawn Park on Saturday.
Wagering
Tipsheet: 2024 UAE Derby
A very good cast of 13 sophomores from across the globe will travel about 1 3/16 miles at Meydan in the UAE Derby (G2) on Saturday.
International
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Turfway’s $24,626 Super High 5
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, March 28 at Gulfstream Park and Turfway Park, including horses to play in Turfway’s $24,626 Super High 5 carryover.
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem for March 28, 2024
Jason looks back at this week and talks about finding inspiration in racing from a few different sources.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: March 28, 2024
Jason opens the show discussing some racing topics and then looks ahead at the Florida Derby (G1) and Arkansas Derby (G1) this Saturday.
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Catching My Eye: Unpacking the Louisiana Derby
Fair Grounds has signed off on its 152nd season, but with a series of prep races that have been as productive as any on the first weekend of May, it’s way too soon to turn the page. Here’s a bookmark for the 111th Louisiana Derby, which when the dust settles, I believe will rank as one of the best and most productive in recent memory.
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Tipsheet: 2024 Arkansas Derby
A talented field of 10 three-year-olds will travel nine furlongs on the Oaklawn Park strip in Saturday’s $1.5 million Arkansas Derby (G1) on Saturday.
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Tipsheet: 2024 Florida Derby
A total of 11 three-year-olds will go postward at Gulfstream Park in the lucrative $1 million Florida Derby (G2) on Saturday.
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2024 Kentucky Derby News and Notes
2024 KENTUCKY DERBY LATEST NEWS, LIVE UPDATES, ANALYSIS, CONTENDERS & ODDS INFORMATION
Triple Crown
Second off layoff angle is powerful in Kentucky Derby preps
When a horse shows talent racing on dirt at age two, the Kentucky Derby (G1) often becomes a long-term goal. But getting a horse to peak on Derby day isn’t easy.
Analysis
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: March 27, 2024
Jason is joined by professional horseplayer and 2023 BCBC champion Sean Boarman to talk horseplaying, his betting education, betting in 2024, and much more!
Racing Podcast
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $10,811 Super High 5
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, March 27 at Tampa Bay Downs, Turfway Park, and Charles Town, including tickets for Turfway’s $10,811 Super High 5 carryover.
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Meet the Contenders: 2024 Florida Derby
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Florida Derby at Gulfstream Park. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
Kentucky Derby
Meet the Contenders: 2024 Arkansas Derby
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Arkansas Derby at Oaklawn Park. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
Kentucky Derby
Racing Roundtable: Louisiana Derby, Jeff Ruby, and Fair Grounds Oaks takeaways
The Racing Roundtable assesses the Louisiana Derby (G2), Jeff Ruby Steaks (G2), and Fair Grounds Oaks (G2) from the past weekend.
Kentucky Derby
Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley March 27
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
International
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Brandyn can win comeback
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, March 26 at Mahoning Valley, Will Rogers Downs, and Turf Paradise, including a trio of $25 win bets.
Best Bets
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 26, 2024
Jason opens the show discussing some industry news and changes going on in racing. Then we welcome in Mary Cage to the show to talk about her friend George Bryant, her past in racing, working in the horse world, and more!
Racing Podcast
2024 Dubai World Cup: Top 10 storylines
Five reigning titleholders are back to defend their crowns on Saturday’s Dubai World Cup (G1) program, and three other past winners seek a return to glory on the blockbuster night at Meydan.
Dubai World Cup
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 6-1 for a hot trainer
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, March 25 at Mahoning Valley, Will Rogers Downs, and Turf Paradise, including a 6-1 shot conditioned by a hot trainer.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast March 25, 2024
Jason looks back at a big weekend of racing including the Louisiana Derby card at Fair Grounds and the Jeff Ruby Steaks at Turfway Park.
Racing Podcast
Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem March 25, 2024
Jason looks back at some of the big races from the weekend and some news off of the track.
Features
Analyzing Super High 5 carryovers at Tampa, Gulfstream
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson turns his attention to Florida for a pair of Sunday Super High 5 carryovers at Tampa Bay Downs and Gulfstream Park.
Wagering
Fair Grounds: Betting the Louisiana Derby day $1,588 Pick 6 carryover
Saturday’s $1 Pick 6 sequence at Fair Grounds is enticing for two reasons. All six races are stakes, and there’s a non-jackpot $1,588 carryover on the table.
Wagering
Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin March 23
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 11:59 p.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
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Hanson: 2024 Louisiana Derby Day Spot Plays
The penultimate day of the 2023-24 winter meet at Fair Grounds on Saturday is also the biggest, highlighted by the $1 million Louisiana Derby (G2). Before that comes 11 races, including four open stakes. Here are several horses of interest on the program.
Kentucky Derby
Scully: Handicapping Fair Grounds All Stakes Pick 5
Saturday’s 111th running of the $1 million TwinSpires.com Louisiana Derby (G2) anchors a $500,000 guaranteed All Stakes Late Pick 5 sequence at Fair Grounds, and I've put together a ticket.
Kentucky Derby
Tampa Bay Pick 3 Play for Sunday March 24
A big Sunday of racing will take place at Tampa Bay Downs with six black-type contests on the slate.
Wagering
A Clean Start: The Evolution of the Kentucky Derby Starting Gate
In its 150 years, the Kentucky Derby has gone from a standing start to a barrier to the modern starting gate, a journey that shows the ever-evolving science of a clean start.
Kentucky Derby
Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $42,662 Super High 5 tickets
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, March 22 at Oaklawn Park and Turfway Park, including tickets for Turfway’s $42,662 Super High 5 carryover.
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The Jury: Expert Picks, Bets and Fades for March 23 [Video]
Racing analysts Ashley Anderson, James Scully, and Darin Zoccali talk their best bets and fades for Fair Grounds and Turfway Park, including the Louisiana Derby (G2) and Jeff Ruby Steaks (G3). 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
Hot Springs-Essex Stakes Double Plays
A pair of stakes races will highlight a 10-race card at Oaklawn Park on Saturday and I will take aim at the double.
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Muniz Memorial S. (G2)
A large and well-matched field of 13 will run 1 1/8 miles on the Fair Grounds lawn in Saturday’s $300,000 Muniz Memorial S. (G2).
Wagering
Playing the Bayou Bluegrass 5
An incredibly challenging sequence of five races to be held at Fair Grounds and Turfway Park will be offered on Saturday as the Bayou Bluegrass 5, which is based on a $1 minimum wager with a 15% takeout rate.
Kentucky Derby
Golden Slipper Preview: Betting with and against Storm Boy
The burgeoning stallion reputation of Triple Crown winner Justify could head further into the stratosphere when his Australian son #1 Storm Boy contests the world’s richest two-year-old race this weekend.
International
Trackside: 2024 Louisiana Derby Weekend at Fair Grounds [VIDEO]
TwinSpires races to the track this weekend to bring you exclusive content surrounding this week's Louisiana Derby where 100 points are up for grabs on the Road to the Kentucky Derby.
Triple Crown
Exotics Plays for the Kentucky Cup Classic
A dozen will go postward in a nice rendition of the $300,000 Kentucky Cup Classic (G3) at Turfway Park on Saturday.
Wagering
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $23,618 Super High 5 at Turfway
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, March 21 at Turfway Park and Charles Town, including horses to play in Turfway’s $23,618 Super High 5 carryover.
Best Bets
Jason Beem's Thursday Thoughts for Mar. 21, 2024
Jason discusses bringing some family members out to the races and visiting with a former Kentucky Derby winning jockey.
Features
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Mar. 21, 2024
Jason opens the show discussing some news of the day and then looks ahead to some weekend racing from Oaklawn and Turfway Park's big card.
Racing Podcast
Betting With, and Against, Touchuponastar in the New Orleans Classic
Set-Hut, LLC’s #3 Touchuponastar (3-1) is the morning-line choice for Saturday’s $500,000 New Orleans Classic S. (G2) at Fair Grounds. And the genuine Cajun-bred will be formidable if he runs his best race.
Wagering
Tipsheet: 2024 Jeff Ruby Steaks
An overflow field of 14 sophomores will run nine furlongs on the Tapeta surface at Turfway Park in the $700,000 Jeff Ruby Steaks (G3) on Saturday.
Kentucky Derby
Tipsheet: 2024 Louisiana Derby
A talented field of 12 three-year-olds will go postward at Fair Grounds in the lucrative $1 million Louisiana Derby (G2) on Saturday.
Wagering
Meet the Contenders: 2024 Jeff Ruby Steaks
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Jeff Ruby S. at Turfway Park. 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
Racing Roundtable: Pool 5 of the KDFW, Louisiana Derby preview, and more
The Racing Roundtable explores the results of Pool 5 of the Kentucky Derby Future Wager (KDFW) and notable performances from a lighter weekend in racing, then they look ahead to the TwinSpires.com Louisiana Derby (G2) and Jeff Ruby Steaks (G3) on Saturday.
Analysis
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Amante Bianco
When Amante Bianco rallied to victory in the Cattleya at Tokyo Racecourse, the flashy white colt picked up 10 qualification points on the Japan Road to the Kentucky Derby and emerged as a possible contender for the 2024 Kentucky Derby (G1).
Pedigree
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $16,033 Super High 5
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, March 20 at Turfway Park and Charles Town, along with horses to play in non-jackpot carryovers at Turfway and Fair Grounds.
Best Bets
Lucrative exactas reiterate the power of Grade 1-to-maiden class drop
Horses dropping in class from a Grade 1 stakes to a maiden race can generate surprisingly nice payoffs.
Analysis
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: March 20, 2024
Jason catches up on some news from around the racing world, including news from Northern California. He also talks about March being Problem Gambling Awareness Month.
Racing Podcast
Becoming Involved: Ownership and Investment in Racehorses
The thrill of winning drives every Thoroughbred racehorse owner. It can be a difficult journey, one filled with setbacks and anguish, but nothing beats the excitement and fulfillment when everything comes together.
Triple Crown
Meet the Contenders: 2024 Louisiana Derby
Meet the horses running in the 2024 Louisiana Derby at Fair Grounds. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
Kentucky Derby
Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley March 20
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
International
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: March 19, 2024
Jason opens the show discussing some NHC final thoughts. Then we welcome in Gary Palmisano from Churchill Downs to talk the upcoming Louisiana Derby Day at Fair Grounds, Jeff Ruby Steaks Day at Turfway, and much more!
Racing Podcast
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 8-1 shot in Welder S.
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, March 19 at Will Rogers Downs and Turf Paradise, including an 8-1 shot in the Welder S.
Best Bets
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Locked
After overcoming a wide trip to win the Breeders’ Futurity (G1), Locked ranks among the early favorites for the 2024 Kentucky Derby (G1).
Pedigree
The Culinary Spectacle of the Kentucky Derby: A Feast of Tradition and Excitement
Join us as we delve into the captivating numbers that fuel the culinary spectacle at the Kentucky Derby — a celebration where tradition, flavor, and excitement come together in a manner unlike any other.
Kentucky Derby
Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem for March 18, 2024
Jason discusses this weekend's NHC tournament as well as some general thoughts on the event.
Features
Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Cornishman, Quiet Wisdom strike
Could a Road to the Kentucky Derby foray be in the cards for Cornishman? It’s not inconceivable.
Kentucky Derby
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: March 18, 2024
Jason recaps the weekend of racing, including action from Santa Anita, Oaklawn, Gulfstream, and more. He also talks about the NHC competition in Las Vegas.
Racing Podcast
Sierra Leone ranks as overall 7-1 favorite in KDFW Pool 5; Impel favored in Oaks Future
Although no points races were contested over the weekend, there was wagering action aplenty in Pool 5 of the Kentucky Derby Future Wager (KDFW), and the lone Kentucky Oaks Future Wager (KOFW).
Kentucky Derby
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 7-2 shot in the Blue Ribbon
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, March 18 at Mahoning Valley, Will Rogers Downs, and Turf Paradise, including a 7-2 shot in the Blue Ribbon S.
Best Bets
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Timberlake
Can Timberlake become the third son of Into Mischief to win the Kentucky Derby (G1)? Only time will tell, but the bay colt is trending in the right direction.
Pedigree
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Drum Roll Please
Drum Roll Please joined the Road to the Kentucky Derby with a third-place finish in the Remsen (G2), and a subsequent 3 3/4-length win in the Jerome S. at Aqueduct reiterates his emergence as a Kentucky Derby (G1) contender.
Pedigree
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Ramjet
When Ramjet stormed home victorious by three lengths in the Hyacinth S. on the Japan Road to the Kentucky Derby, he delivered on a pedigree geared top and bottom toward high-level success running long on dirt.
Pedigree
March 16 carryover picks at Aqueduct, Fair Grounds, Turfway
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares horses to play in a trio of non-jackpot carryovers on Saturday at Aqueduct, Fair Grounds, and Turfway Park.
Best Bets
Tall Tales of the Track, Kentucky Derby Edition: Bets, Brawls, and Beefs at the 1911 Derby
In 1911, the famed Kentucky Derby was the scene of a racing drama with a cast of characters that included a Kentucky hardboot, a Chicago plunger, a classic-winning jockey, and a suspicious bit of cash.
Kentucky Derby
Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin March 16
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 1:00 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
International
How to bet the 2024 East View Stakes
Seven sophomore fillies will go postward in Sunday’s $100,000 East View S. at Aqueduct.
Wagering
The Power Hour for Friday, March 15, 2024
Join TwinSpires as we combine our trusted talent in a new LIVE video and LIVE commentary format! Didn't catch us live? Watch what our experts have to say.
Expert Picks
Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Fair Grounds Pick 6 single
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, March 15 at Gulfstream Park, Turfway Park, and Charles Town, along with a horse to single in the $3,393 Pick 6 carryover at Fair Grounds.
Best Bets
Mucciolo’s Early Top 5 Kentucky Derby Horses
We are less than two months away from the 150th Kentucky Derby! With seven major prep races still yet to be run, it’s difficult to narrow down my top selection or handful of selections for the May 4 feature at Churchill Downs.
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Any Limit Stakes
A talented field of six swift sophomore fillies will run six furlongs on the Gulfstream Park dirt in Sunday’s $100,000 Any Limit S.
Wagering
How to bet With, and Against, Tejano Twist in the Whitmore Stake
An accomplished field of seven dashers will speed six panels at Oaklawn Park in Saturday’s $250,000 Whitmore S. (G3).
Wagering
The Jury: Expert Picks, Bets and Fades for March 16 [Video]
Racing analysts Ashley Anderson, James Scully, and Darin Zoccali discuss their best bets and fades for Oaklawn Park, Turfway Park, Gulfstream Park, 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
How to bet the 2024 San Carlos Stakes
Six horses will challenge the fantastic #1 The Chosen Vron is Saturday’s $100,000 San Carlos S. (G3) at Santa Anita on Saturday.
Wagering
How to bet the 2024 Queen Stakes
A big and competitive field of 13 fillies and mares are entered for the $125,000 Queen S. at Turfway Park on Saturday.
Wagering
Exotics Plays for the Purple Mountain Stakes
A compact field of six will vie in Saturday’s $200,000 Purple Mountain S. at Oaklawn Park.
Wagering
Catching My Eye: Prices at Fair Grounds March 6 - March 10
Prices were coming home last week at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots. Here’s a look at some of the top performers who outran their odds.
Analysis
Cheltenham Festival picks and plays for March 15, 2024
Day four of the Cheltenham Festival is the finale, and as such is justly the day for the biggest race of the festival – and, arguably, the biggest jumps race of the year.
International
Oldest Horses in History That Lived to a Great Age
A sampling of notable Thoroughbreds over the past century that lived to the age of 33 or more
Features
Cheltenham Festival picks and plays for March 14, 2024
Staying hurdlers and intermediate-distance steeplechasers provide the main high points of day three of the Cheltenham Festival.
International
Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Turf Paradise Derby and More
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, March 14 at Turf Paradise and Turfway Park, along with analysis of the $2,773 Pick 6 carryover at Fair Grounds.
Best Bets
Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem March 14, 2024
Jason looks back at his visit to the OBS sale and shares his favorite horse sale story ever.
Racing Podcast
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: March 14, 2024
Jason looks ahead to the weekend of racing including some stakes action from Turf Paradise, Oaklawn Park, and Santa Anita.
Racing Podcast
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Lobo maiden looks live
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, March 13 at Turfway Park and Charles Town, along with horses to single in the $1,168 Pick 6 carryover at Fair Grounds.
Best Bets
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: March 13, 2024
Jason recaps his trip to the OBS sale and then we welcome in Casey Delikat to the show to talk about working at a Kentucky training center, being a young person working in racing, playing the races, and more!
Racing Podcast
Sierra Leone, Tarifa early favorites in Kentucky Derby and Oaks future pools
The fifth pool of the 2024 Kentucky Derby Future Wager (KDFW) and the 2024 Kentucky Oaks Future Wager (KOFW) will be offered concurrently this week for three days, beginning at noon ET on Friday.
Kentucky Derby
Racing Roundtable: Kentucky Derby and Oaks leaderboard roundup and other notable performances
With a break in the action along the Road to the Kentucky Derby this upcoming weekend, the Racing Roundtable gives their top Kentucky Derby (G1) and Oaks (G1) picks at the moment and discusses some stakes action that caught their eye over the weekend.
Kentucky Derby
Cheltenham Festival picks and plays for March 13, 2024
Day two of the Cheltenham Festival is always highlighted by the Queen Mother Champion Chase, It’s the climax of the season for the dashing open two-mile steeplechasers, named for one of National Hunt racing’s biggest enthusiasts of last century.
International
Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley March 13
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Declan Schuster of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
International
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