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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley Dec. 4

Tue Dec 03 2024TwinSpires Staff

Racing at Happy Valley begins at 5:30 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
2024 Hong Kong Vase: Trends and storylines

Tue Dec 03 2024Kellie Reilly

Unlike the other three Hong Kong International Races, the about 1 1/2-mile Hong Kong Vase (G1) remains a happy hunting ground for invaders. The trend is expected to continue in Sunday’s renewal at Sha Tin.
Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Truckin can win at Zia

Tue Dec 03 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, Dec. 3 at Mahoning Valley and Zia Park, including a trio of win bets.
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Dec. 3, 2024

Tue Dec 03 2024Jason Beem

Jason is joined by Oaklawn-based trainer Jade Cunningham to talk about the upcoming season, the start of her training career, road tripping with D. Wayne Lukas, and more! 
2024 Hong Kong Sprint: Trends and storylines

Mon Dec 02 2024Kellie Reilly

Breeders’ Cup winner Starlust will attract the notice of North American racing fans, but the center of gravity in Sunday’s Hong Kong Sprint (G1) lies with the locals led by Ka Ying Rising.
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: First Resort

Mon Dec 02 2024J. Keeler Johnson

A pace-tracking victory in the 1 1/16-mile Kentucky Jockey Club (G2) suggests running long on dirt is First Resort’s true strong suit.

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Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Barnes, Patch Adams impress

Mon Dec 02 2024J. Keeler Johnson

During closing week of the Churchill Downs fall meet, a bevy of promising maiden winners stamped their credentials as 2025 Kentucky Derby (G1) threats.
Kentucky Derby Roundup: First Resort joins the leaderboard

Mon Dec 02 2024J. Keeler Johnson

We’re closing in on a milestone: Wednesday marks 150 days until the 2025 Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs.
Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: First-timers at Zia Park

Mon Dec 02 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, Dec. 2 at Zia Park and Turf Paradise, including a pair of first-time starters at enticing odds.
Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Dec. 2, 2024

Mon Dec 02 2024Jason Beem

Jason looks back at Churchill's final weekend of the year and the big season for trainer Kenny McPeek.
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Dec. 2, 2024

Mon Dec 02 2024Jason Beem

Jason looks back at a big holiday weekend of racing from Churchill Downs, Del Mar, and much more! 
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Barnes, Into Mischief close as individual favorites in KDFW Pool 2, Sire Future Wager

Mon Dec 02 2024TwinSpires Staff

Although Barnes just won his 5 1/2-furlong career debut by a head at Churchill Downs on Wednesday, bettors were smitten enough to make him the 13-1 individual favorite in Pool 2 of the Kentucky Derby Future Wager (KDFW).
2024 Hong Kong Mile: Trends and storylines

Sun Dec 01 2024Kellie Reilly

The retirement of Golden Sixty has created a golden opportunity for a new star to emerge in the Dec. 8 Hong Kong Mile (G1), but it’s less obvious to predict his successor at Sha Tin.