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Great Britain & Ireland Preview: Spot Plays for Saturday
With the Breeders’ Cup in the rear view mirror, it’s mostly about jumps racing for British and Irish bettors.
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Claiming Crown Spot Plays
For the initial time since its inception, the Claiming Crown will be hosted by Churchill Downs on Saturday.
Wagering
Claiming Crown Pick 3 Play
The Claiming Crown will be hosted by Churchill Downs on Saturday with eight six-figure races on the slate.
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Laurel Park Stakes Spot Plays for Nov. 12
A trio of black-type races will highlight a fine card at Laurel Park on Saturday.
Wagering
Catching My Eye: three things to take away from the 2022 Breeders' Cup
Three takeaways from last weekend: four-year-old equipment change for Todd Pletcher means something. Tyler Gaffalione is just getting started. Uncertainty around Cave Rock and Forte going forward.
Breeders Cup
Kentucky Derby takeaways from the Breeders' Cup Juvenile
What can we take away from the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile as we head toward the Kentucky Derby?
Kentucky Derby
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Delta Downs Pick 5: All in the first leg
A competitive field of 10-plus horses sprinting five furlongs kicks off the late Pick 5 at Delta Downs on Thursday night.
Racing
Jason Beem's Thursday Thoughts for Nov. 10, 2022
Jason takes one last look back at the Breeders' Cup weekend and talks about Breeders' Cup winners going forward.
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Keeler Johnson's picks and plays Nov. 10
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares $90 worth of picks and plays for Thursday, Nov. 10 at Aqueduct, Churchill Downs, and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a trio of exactas.
Racing
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Nov. 10, 2022
Jason opens the show discussing the start of some of the fall racing meets, including Del Mar's fall season getting underway. He also looks ahead to Claiming Crown day at Churchill and discusses starter allowance races.
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Harness Preview: Picks and Horses to Watch Nov. 10-14
Selected features, stakes coverage and the never-ending TwinSpires’ horses-to-watch list (H2W) share keys to success in exotics, win, place and show payoffs.
Harness
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Nov. 9, 2022
Jason discusses some of the news of the day as well as some final reflections on Breeders' Cup weekend.
Racing
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays Nov. 9
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares picks and plays for Wednesday, Nov. 9 at Churchill Downs and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with tickets for Churchill’s $10,533 Super High 5 carryover.
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Racing Roundtable: Reflections on the 2022 Breeders' Cup
With the 2022 Breeders' Cup now in the history books, the Racing Roundtable is back to reflect on the 39th edition of the series held at Keeneland last weekend.
Racing
Hanson: A case for Flightline's early retirement
While some racing fans are disappointed Flightline won't reappear on the racetrack, the "he has nothing more to prove" argument might be a sound one.
Breeders Cup
The power of Brisnet Late Pace ratings
Among the many handicapping tools found in Brisnet Ultimate Past Performances are Brisnet Late Pace ratings. Their power was evident during 2022 Breeders' Cup week.
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Flightline: The best since Secretariat?
One of the superlatives given to Flightline has almost been sacrilege: a genuine comparison to Secretariat.
Breeders Cup
Hong Kong Preview: Master set for Heroic effort
Heroic Master can improve on his first Hong Kong run and take out the Seymour Handicap at Happy Valley on Wednesday.
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Keeler Johnson's picks and plays Nov. 8
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares picks and plays for Tuesday, Nov. 8 at Mahoning Valley, Horseshoe Indianapolis, and Zia Park, including a trifecta focusing on the Trifecta Tuesday promotion.
Racing
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Nov. 8, 2022
Jason continues to look back at Breeders' Cup weekend and talks about the Friday races to open the show. Then we welcome on Kentucky-based racing journalist J.J. Hysell to talk about the post-Breeders' Cup news, reporting in racing, and more!
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Inside the Kentucky Derby - Breeders' Cup Recap [PODCAST]
Today’s show Darren and KK recap the exciting Breeders’ Cup Juvenile race at Keeneland. Forte pulled ahead for a big win and now the clear points leader on the Road to the Kentucky Derby.
Kentucky Derby
Flightline's Breeders' Cup Classic on the clock
Flightline’s tour de force in the Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1) was not only visually impressive. The unbeaten superstar delivered a performance of historical proportions on the clock as well.
Breeders Cup
Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Nov. 7, 2022
Jason looks back at the Breeders' Cup weekend including the Betting Challenge tournament.
Breeders Cup
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Nov. 7, 2022
We start to look back at the big Breeders' Cup weekend on today's show. We discuss Flightline's Classic win as well as the performances in some of the other big races from Saturday.
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Keeler Johnson's picks and plays Nov. 7
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares picks and plays for Monday, Nov. 7 at Mahoning Valley and Turf Paradise, including horses to single in the $2,225 Pick 5 carryover at Zia Park.
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Harness Weekly Update: Public choices rule prices
The TwinSpires Harness Blog Weekly Update covers our successes and failures from selected features, stakes, and the H2W (horses-to-watch list).
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A single and a longshot for Santa Anita's $376,573 mandatory-payout Pick 6
Sunday is closing day of the Santa Anita fall meet, which means the $376,573 Rainbow Pick 6 carryover is slated for a mandatory payout.
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Official 2022 Breeders' Cup Entries - Odds, Contenders, Jockeys
Official 2022 Breeders' Cup Entries - Odds, Contenders, Jockeys
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The Breeders' Cup Betting Guide 2022 - Contenders, Analysis, Expert Picks
Download the FREE Breeders' Cup Betting Guide 2022 for Keeneland's latest hosting of the World Championships.
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Breeders' Cup 2022 Post Times, Wagering Menu, Entries
Below is the wagering menu for the two race days, along with pre-entries for all 14 Breeders' Cup races.
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Oceanic, Front Run the Fed draw into 2022 Breeders' Cup races
Scratches in Saturday’s Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint (G1) and Mile (G1) have allowed two also-eligibles to take their chances as big longshots at Keeneland.
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Scully: Leveraging Breeders' Cup Saturday top play in Pick 3s
Nest rates as my best bet on Saturday’s Breeders’ Cup program, and I will key her in Pick 3 wagers surrounding the Distaff (G1).
Breeders Cup
Under-the-radar Breeders' Cup Saturday contenders
Nine Breeders’ Cup races are taking on Saturday at Keeneland, the second day of the Nov. 4-5 event. In each contest, I have tabbed a contender who will offer excellent value.
Breeders Cup
Tipsheet: 2022 Breeders' Cup Mile
A phenomenal cast has been assembled for Saturday’s $2 million Breeders’ Cup Mile (G1) at Keeneland.
Breeders Cup
Betting with favorites on the Breeders' Cup Saturday undercard
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares $100 worth of strategies for betting favorites in the three non-Breeders’ Cup races on Saturday at Keeneland, including the Fall Harvest S.
Breeders Cup
Best Exotics Race for 2022 Breeders' Cup Saturday
After scouring the cards in search of finding the contest that might offer the biggest return, one stood out.
Breeders Cup
Mucciolo: My Breeders' Cup Saturday Single
A stellar group of eight fillies and mares will go postward in a fantastic edition of the $2 Breeders’ Cup Distaff (G1) at Keeneland on Saturday.
Breeders Cup
2022 Breeders' Cup News & Notes
Stay up to date with all the relevant information for the 2022 Breeders' Cup from our leading experts.
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Tipsheet: 2022 Breeders' Cup Turf
A well-matched field of 13 grassy stayers will run 1 1/2 miles on the Keeneland turf in Saturday’s lucrative $4 million Breeders’ Cup Turf (G1).
Breeders Cup
Tipsheet: 2022 Breeders' Cup Distaff
A fantastic field of eight fillies and mares will face the starter in Saturday’s $2 million Breeders’ Cup Distaff (G1) at Keeneland. The 1 1/8-mile dirt affair attracted seven individual Grade 1 heroines in what promises to be a memorable tussle.
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Breeders' Cup Saturday: Some wagering options to ponder
Several of the Breeders’ Cup races look to be highly competitive affairs. The turf races in particular look extremely open.
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How to bet the 2022 Breeders' Cup Filly and Mare Turf
A standout field of 12 fillies and mares will travel 1 3/16 miles on the Keeneland lawn in Saturday’s $2 million Breeders’ Cup Filly and Mare Turf (G1).
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Tipsheet: 2022 Breeders' Cup Classic
A spectacular field of eight will head to post in the Saturday finale at Keeneland: the $6 million Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1).
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How to bet the 2022 Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile
A well-matched field of 11 will go postward in the $1 million Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile (G1) at Keeneland on Saturday.
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Breeders' Cup Race Replays & Expert Picks [VIDEO]
View Breeders' Cup thoughts from Joe Kristufek, Scott Shapiro, Ashley Anderson, Kaitlin Free, Julien Leparoux and D. Wayne Lukas!
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The Jury: Bets and fades for Breeders' Cup weekend
Day 2 of the 2022 Breeders' Cup at Keeneland is the obvious highlight of racing worldwide on this first weekend of November.
Breeders Cup
Tipsheet: 2022 Breeders' Cup Juvenile
An excellent field of 10 juveniles will travel 1 1/16 miles over the main surface at Keeneland in Friday’s $2 million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile (G1).
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Flightline seeks new heights in Breeders' Cup Classic
Flightline will bring superstar billing to the $6 million Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1), overpowering the competition in five career starts, but he’s yet to beat the best. That opportunity comes at Keeneland on Nov. 5.
Breeders Cup
How to bet the 2022 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf
Horses based in Europe have won nine out of 15 editions of the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf (G1), suggesting overseas shippers have the best chance for success.
Breeders Cup
Betting against Flightline in the Breeders' Cup Classic
Flightline is an imposing 3-5 morning line favorite against seven rivals in the $6 million Classic (G1), but let's answer the following question: “Who to bet if trying to beat Flightline?”
Breeders Cup
Breeders' Cup undercard spot plays for Friday and Saturday
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares spot plays for the Breeders’ Cup undercard races on Friday and Saturday at Keeneland, including a 15-1 longshot in the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (G2).
Wagering
How to bet the 2022 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf
It’s tempting to support one of the talented European raiders entered in Friday’s Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf (G1) at Keeneland. But history suggests the home team will be formidable.
Breeders Cup
How to bet the 2022 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies
The best two-year-old dirt fillies in North America will square off over 1 1/16 miles in Friday’s Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies (G1) at Keeneland, but the favorites aren’t necessarily unbeatable.
Breeders Cup
How to bet the 2022 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint
Based on the first four editions of the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint (G1), it isn’t hard to draw conclusions about the types of horses who excel (or not) in the super-quick grass dash.
Breeders Cup
Under-the-radar Breeders' Cup Friday contenders
A total of five Breeders’ Cup races will take place at Keeneland on the “Future Stars Friday” card. In each contest, I have tabbed a contender who will offer excellent value.
Breeders Cup
Scott Shapiro's picks for Nov. 4 at Keeneland Breeders Cup
Scott Shapiro's picks for Nov. 4 at Keeneland Breeders Cup
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Breeders' Cup: How to play the All-Turf Pick 3 on Friday
The All-Turf Pick 3 starts with the Juvenile Turf Sprint (G2) and will include the Juvenile Fillies Turf (G1) and Juvenile Turf (G1).
Breeders Cup
Scully: Breeders' Cup Friday Pick 5 play
Juveniles will be showcased in five Breeders’ Cup races at Keeneland Friday, and my strongest opinion comes in the finale.
Breeders Cup
Breeders Cup: Two-year-old trends
Some trends of significant interest for the juvenile races at the 2022 Breeders' Cup.
Breeders Cup
2022 Breeders' Cup contenders worth considering at a price
As was the case last year, the longshots we find the most intriguing a week out from the Breeders' Cup are largely concentrated on the weekend's grass races.
Breeders Cup
Meet the 2022 Breeders' Cup Mile contenders
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson takes a horse-by-horse look at pre-entries for the 2022 Breeders’ Cup Mile (G1) at Keeneland, exploring the pros and cons of each contender.
Breeders Cup
Kilroy previews 2022 Breeders' Cup Classic contenders
There’s only one thing standing in the way of this being the most white-knuckle, adrenaline-pumping, root-worthy Breeders’ Cup Classics of all time. And that’s Flightline.
Breeders Cup
Best exotic wagers for Breeders' Cup Friday 2022
It’s often easier to pick winners than sort out minor placings, so we’ll favor multi-race wagers when betting Breeders’ Cup Friday.
Racing
Meet the 2022 Breeders' Cup Distaff contenders
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson takes a horse-by-horse look at pre-entries for the 2022 Breeders’ Cup Distaff (G1) at Keeneland, exploring the pros and cons of each contender.
Breeders Cup
Delta Downs Late Pick 5 on Nov. 3: Singling the Longshot
Let’s attack the Late Pick 5 at Delta Downs.
Wagering
Breeders' Cup: Dirt race trends
I will take a look back at previous Keeneland Breeders' Cup results to unveil some trends that might be worth exploring.
Breeders Cup
Meet the 2022 Breeders' Cup Classic contenders
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson takes a horse-by-horse look at pre-entries for the 2022 Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1) at Keeneland, exploring the pros and cons of each contender.
Breeders Cup
Nest comes rolling into the Breeders' Cup Distaff
Following a second against males in June’s Belmont S. (G1), Nest stepped up with a series of stunning performances, winning the Coaching Club American Oaks (G1), Alabama (G1), and Beldame (G2) by a combined 26 1/4 lengths.
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Under-the-radar internationals for 2022 Breeders' Cup
Plenty of international star power is on display in the 2022 Breeders’ Cup. Indeed, there are so many logical contenders that a few could be overlooked, especially those with a dark-horse vibe at Keeneland.
Breeders Cup
Jason Beem's Thursday Column for Nov. 3, 2022
Jason gives some thoughts and picks for some of Saturday's Breeders' Cup races!
Features
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays Nov. 3
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares $75 worth of picks and plays for Thursday, Nov. 3 at Churchill Downs and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a trio of cold exactas.
Wagering
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Nov. 3, 2022
Jason is joined by handicapper Chris Todd to discuss several of the races for Saturday's Breeders' Cup program at Keeneland, including a look at the middle Pick 5 sequence.
Racing Podcast
At the Races TwinSpires Weekend Preview for Nov. 3
Part 2: Scott Shapiro, Fanny Salmon, F2W/Papo, Nick Tammaro, Mike Welsch
Racing Podcast
Brisnet Call-in Show with James Scully and Dave Friedman for Nov. 3
James Scully gives the track-side happenings and on-site look of contenders from Keeneland.
Racing Podcast
Harness Preview: Picks and Horses to Watch Nov. 3-7
Selected features, stakes coverage and the never-ending TwinSpires’ horses-to-watch list (H2W) share keys to success in exotics, win, place and show payoffs.
Racing
Inside the Kentucky Derby - Breeders' Cup Preview [PODCAST]
Darren and KK preview the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile at Keeneland. A win in the Breeders’ Cup at Keeneland will vault a horse to the top of the standings.
Kentucky Derby
A clue in Aidan O’Brien’s Breeders’ Cup record
It’s fitting that Aidan O’Brien’s first Breeders’ Cup runner was Second Empire.
Breeders Cup
Catching My Eye: Hot Keeneland jockeys
Wondering which jockeys were hot at the Keeneland fall meet? You should be. The turf and dirt courses were idiosyncratic, and the riders who figured it out in October will have an advantage this weekend in the Breeders’ Cup.
Racing
2022 Breeders' Cup International Scouting Report: Silver Knott
It’s fascinating that Godolphin trainer Charlie Appleby sends Silver Knott here, not Mysterious Night, who earned a free pass to the Juvenile Turf in his Summer romp.
Breeders Cup
2022 Breeders' Cup International Scouting Report: Chain of Love
After Japan’s Marche Lorraine capitalized on a pace meltdown to shock last year’s Distaff, compatriot Chain of Love will try to pull off a similar feat in the Filly & Mare Sprint.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Nov. 2, 2022
Jason welcomes in Brisnet's Kellie Reilly to the show to talk about the international runners in this year's Breeders' Cup, her International Scouting report, and more!
Racing
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays Nov. 2
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares picks and plays for Wednesday, Nov. 2 at Delaware Park and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with tickets for the $5,142 Super High 5 carryover at Churchill Downs.
Wagering
Finding vulnerable favorites in the 2022 Breeders' Cup
A primary key to handicapping the Breeders' Cup successfully, or any race card for that matter, is finding and eliminating vulnerable favorites.
Racing
After the Racetrack: Finnick the Fierce finds his forever friend
With his racing days behind him, Finnick the Fierce has traded the racetrack for the trail, taking Jackie Barr on quite a journey in a short time.
Aftercare
2022 Breeders' Cup post draw analysis and implications
Post positions for the 2022 Breeders’ Cup were drawn on Monday, establishing final fields for the 14 season-defining races.
Breeders Cup
Hong Kong Preview: Yo Beauty ready to win again
Yo Beauty can add to his stellar run of form with victory in the High Island Handicap at Happy Valley on Wednesday.
Racing
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays Nov. 1
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares picks and plays for Tuesday, Nov. 1 at Mahoning Valley and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a trifecta focusing on the Trifecta Tuesday promotion.
Wagering
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Nov. 1, 2022
Jason discusses Monday's Breeders' Cup draw and takes an early look at some of the horizontal wagering sequences for Saturday and how people are likely to play the races that day.
Racing Podcast
Who were the founders of the Breeders' Cup and what legacy did they create?
On April 23, 1982, John Gaines made a surprise announcement at the Kentucky Derby Festival's "They're Off" luncheon, revealing his vision for an international racing event known today as the Breeders’ Cup World Championships.
Breeders Cup
Melbourne Cup Tipsheet
The way you want to play the Melbourne Cup will depend largely on how much you like Deauville Legend.
International
Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Oct. 31, 2022
Jason talks about "state-bred season" as many states showcase their state-bred runners before the Breeders' Cup kicks off.
Features
Magnificent Seven: Multi-generation winners of the same Breeders' Cup race
One of the more intriguing situations in racing occurs when a horse replicates family success by winning the same stakes that their sire or dam did during their racing days.
Breeders Cup
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays Oct. 31
Handicapper Keeler Johnson shares picks and plays for Monday, Oct. 31 at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Mahoning Valley, including a horse to single in the $856 Pick 5 carryover at Horseshoe Indianapolis.
Wagering
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Oct. 31, 2022
Jason looks back at racing from the weekend, as Keeneland wrapped up the main portion of their fall meet. He also starts to look ahead to the Breeders' Cup coming up this weekend.
Racing
Pool 1 of Kentucky Derby Future Wager opens Nov. 1 with 40 betting interests
Pool 1 of the Kentucky Derby Future Wager opens Nov. 1 with 40 betting interests.
Kentucky Derby
Harness Weekly Update: 43% in the money
H2W prices better than Breeders Crown chalk; 43 percent hit board.
Harness
How to bet Santa Anita's $30,835 Super High 5 carryover
No one managed to hit the $1 Super High 5 in either of the final two races on Saturday at Santa Anita, which means Sunday’s card features an enticing $30,835 non-jackpot Super High 5 carryover.
Racing
Early Pick 5 Play for Keeneland Oct. 29
The Late Pick 5 at Keeneland looks chalky, so let’s attack the early sequence where there are favorites in Race 1 and Race 4 I am excited to fade.
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