by Greg Melikov 371pr
The 93rd Jockey Club Gold Cup could be a two-horse race on Saturday, as two millionaires clash in the Grade 1 at Belmont in a key prep for the Breeders’ Cup Classic on Nov. 6. Blame, with more than $1.5 million in the bank, is gunning for his sixth straight stakes victory, after defeating Quality […]
The races… A place where fortunes have been won and lost, and most people gather to look for one, while the other may happen. A man who trained a small barn in Kentucky toiled every moment it seems. He never complains, and keeps a very nice shed row on his 10 acre spread. He is […]
Every person, no matter what age or place in the world, will walk the same path. We will be born into the world crying, and leave others doing the same. Racing has always shown me the best of the world, and the finest people. But, as my good friend once told me, we will all […]
Do you know that chili is made about a million ways? It is full of many spices and magic, and I equate it to racing and what fans think will bring the game back to prosperity. I have few ideas, and only after reading everything out there, and trying everyone’s recipe, I have one of […]
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The synthetic revolution will be televised, and that is only if you have access to Woodbine. The track is a good value place, and the riders and barns are second to none. Race #8 (The Ontario Derby) – #7 Stately Victor (2-1) Victor Lebron in the saddle, and Mike Maker (22%) brings him to the paddock. […]
Philadelphia Park changed the signage and program cover one night, and they will never be the same again. But, a track by any other name is still Philly Park in this case. The Parx name is the casino that is located in the parking area. It doesn’t matter what you call it, but one thing is for […]
$300,000 up for grabs, and it all goes down this Saturday. If you balk at $300,000, you can take a look at the extra payoffs. So, if you are interested, here is a ticket that you may want to take a look at before going to the windows. Belmont Park – Saturday Race #7: #1 […]
I hate the old saying of hearing that good guys finish last… I was reading about the glorious life of Noble Threewitt, who ed away at age 99. He was a very good trainer, but even a better human being. It is not always the big tracks and big circuits. I have had the honor […]
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The poly track can play many ways in Kentucky. In the fall, it plays for closers, and in the winter, it tightens up and allows speed to rule. Just keep your eye on the weather, and you won’t get fooled again. Turfway Park – Friday Race #2 – #7 Seaside Storm (3-1) James Lopez in […]
Friday is here, and it is time to make our weekend bankroll. I love this part of the week, as it is only one day until Saturday racing, when the stars come out. Belmont Park – Friday Race #1 – #8 Laureate Conductor (5-2) Gomez in the saddle for Christophe Clement. They make a good […]
