Kellie Reilly

Kellie Reilly is a journalist and turf writer specializing in international horse racing.

Royal Ascot 2026: Selections for Saturday, June 20

Fri Jun 19 2026Kellie Reilly

A “Win and You’re In” for the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint (G1), a rematch from the Breeders’ Cup Turf (G1), and a global sprint showdown are the highlights of Saturday’s grand finale at Royal Ascot.
Royal Ascot 2026: Selections for Wednesday, June 17

Tue Jun 16 2026Kellie Reilly

Ombudsman will try to defend his title from Daryz and Minnie Hauk in Wednesday’s Prince of Wales’s (G1), and don’t miss the four American shippers in the opener.
Five longshots of interest at Royal Ascot 2026

Tue Jun 16 2026Kellie Reilly

Thanks to the sheer size and competitiveness of the fields at Royal Ascot, it’s a sure thing that some longshots will jump up over the course of the five-day stand.
Royal Ascot 2026: Selections for Tuesday, June 16

Tue Jun 16 2026Kellie Reilly

The most prestigious summer festival of all starts with a bang on Tuesday, as Royal Ascot stages three Group 1s and a Group 2 for juveniles who harbor top-level ambitions.
Five clashes to savor at Royal Ascot 2026

Sun Jun 14 2026Kellie Reilly

The Royal Ascot festival runs Tuesday through Saturday, with spectacular clashes on tap throughout all five days.
Royal Ascot 2026: A look at the U.S. runners

Sat Jun 13 2026Kellie Reilly

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, Team USA will have several chances to beat the British at their most prestigious festival, Royal Ascot.
Royal Ascot and U.S. bettors: Five key factors driving interest

Wed Jun 10 2026Kellie Reilly

The premier British festival, slated for June 16-20, 2026, has taken on even greater importance for U.S. racing fans in recent years.
Manhattan International Scouting Report: Bright Picture

Fri Jun 05 2026Kellie Reilly

Analysis and selected race replays of French shipper Bright Picture in the Manhattan (G1) at Saratoga
New York Stakes International Scouting Report: Cankoura

Fri Jun 05 2026Kellie Reilly

Analysis and selected race replays for French shipper Cankoura in the New York (G1) at Saratoga.
2026 Epsom Derby: Five things to know

Fri Jun 05 2026Kellie Reilly

The main storylines going into Saturday’s Derby (G1) at Epsom in some respects echo those surrounding the Oaks (G1).
2026 Epsom Oaks: Five things to know

Fri Jun 05 2026Kellie Reilly

Aidan O’Brien is favored to extend his record haul to 12 in Friday’s renewal, but son Joseph sends out a rapid improver, and the British home team has strength in depth.
2026 Preakness: Top 10 storylines

Sat May 16 2026Kellie Reilly

Saturday’s 151st running of the Preakness (G1) may be lacking the Kentucky Derby (G1) winner, but the middle jewel of the Triple Crown is not lacking in historic angles.