Category: Wagering

Belmont Stakes, Breeders' Cup, horse racing, Kentucky Derby, Lifestyle, Preakness, Santa Anita, Trainers, Wagering

A.P. INDY- What If ?

A.P. INDY was seemingly born to greatness. He was sired by Triple Crown Winner SEATTLE SLEW. His successful dam (mother), WEEKEND SURPRISE, was no surprise, as she was sired by SECRETARIAT, another Triple Crown Champion. Good gosh, talk about royal progeny. Wealthy, ambitious owners will pay massive sums for such regal bloodlines, so it was no surprise that Japanese owner Tomonori Tsurumaki went to $2.9 million dollars before the auctioneer’s hammer fell at the Keeneland July yearling … Continue reading A.P. INDY- What If ?

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Breeders' Cup, Del Mar, horse racing, Lifestyle, Wagering

Del Mar To Host Back-Back Breeders’ Cup

It was announced last week that the Breeders’ Cup– one of Thoroughbred horse racing’s most prestigious international events, will be hosted by the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club again in 2025. Having been announced previously as the host in 2024, the picturesque track will now host the World Championships in consecutive seasons. Located on the edge of the Pacific Ocean in San Diego County, Del Mar … Continue reading Del Mar To Host Back-Back Breeders’ Cup

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Belmont Park, Belmont Stakes, Churchill Downs, horse racing, Kentucky Derby, Lifestyle, Pimlico, Preakness, Triple Crown, Wagering

Triple Crown Fascination

There’s one horseracing term that immediately inspires respect, and even awe from people within the racing industry, long-time railbirds, and even from those with little knowledge of the sport – the Triple Crown. The difficulty of capturing the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes, at three different distances, on three tracks, all in the span of five weeks can not be overstated. That task is such a tall … Continue reading Triple Crown Fascination

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Handicapping, horse racing, Lifestyle, Wagering

Simple Tips For Beginners

The world of horse racing is electrifying- thundering hooves, pulsating crowd, and the allure of Winning big that comes with every stride. Winning big however can be tough for newcomers as delving into the complex world of handicapping may feel like deciphering a cryptic code reserved for seasoned experts with a lifetime of experience. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need decades of racetrack wisdom … Continue reading Simple Tips For Beginners

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horse racing, Lifestyle, Wagering, Woodbine

Playing The .10 Cent Superfecta

Today the Daily Racing Blog is going to take a look at the fun, inexpensive, and sometimes prosperous wager called the Superfecta. The objective of a Superfecta is to pick the top four finishers in a race. There must be at least five wagering interests in a race for a Superfecta to be offered. The difficulty of hitting a Superfecta is somewhat balanced by its … Continue reading Playing The .10 Cent Superfecta

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horse racing, Jockeys, Lifestyle, Wagering

So, You Want To Be A Jockey?

Think you have what it takes to become a jockey? Physically you need to weigh roughly between 108-118 pounds. There is no height limit for jockeys, though most are fairly short, given the weight limitation. The lankiest of jockeys is no more than 5 foot 5 inches tall.  And despite their diminutive stature, riders must be able to control a horse that weighs 1,200 pounds, that travels … Continue reading So, You Want To Be A Jockey?

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Breeders' Cup, horse racing, Jockeys, Lifestyle, Santa Anita, Wagering

Top Breeders’ Cup Jockeys

The Breeders’ Cup is two weeks away. On November 3rd and 4th the best horses, trainers and jockeys will convene at Santa Anita Park for the World Series of Horse Racing. In regard to the riders, several of the all-time Winningest jockeys in the Breeders’ Cup World Championships history are still active. So if you are stuck between two horses in any given race and looking for … Continue reading Top Breeders’ Cup Jockeys

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Breeders' Cup, horse racing, Jockeys, Lifestyle, Trainers, Wagering

A Decade Of ‘Classic’ Champions

Every sport has a definitive year-ending event to crown its Champions. In Thoroughbred racing, the Breeders’ Cup World Championships is the culmination of the horse racing season worldwide. The $6 million dollar Breeders’ Cup Classic is the defining race of this international event. The Classic is run at 1 1/4 miles on the dirt track and draws the top international Thoroughbreds. It is open to … Continue reading A Decade Of ‘Classic’ Champions

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Belmont Park, horse racing, Lifestyle, NYRA, Wagering

Synthetic Surfaces, Yes/No ?

Mark Casse is one of the most successful trainers in North America. He has handled some very talented horses; CLASSIC EMPIRE, SIR WINSTON, TEPIN, and WAR OF WILL just to name a few. Casse is well known and respected throughout the industry, so just like (dated reference alert) EF Hutton, when Mark Casse talks people should listen. “Horses were not bred to run on the dirt,” said the trainer. “They were bred to … Continue reading Synthetic Surfaces, Yes/No ?

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Belmont Park, Breeders' Cup, horse racing, Lifestyle, NYRA, Wagering

Give That Man A CIGAR !

With the Breeders’ Cup Championships a mere 3 weeks away the Daily Racing Blog would like to take a look back at some of the all time greats of the game since the advent of the Breeders’ Cup in 1984. First up CIGAR. The transformation of CIGAR from a horse that showed modest turf ability to one that developed into a legend on dirt illustrates … Continue reading Give That Man A CIGAR !

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