Memorial Day Memories 6893a
Today is Memorial Day; we should all give thanks to the many who protected, served, and gave their dedication. – A day we should all give thanks. From a gamblers point can you name days that had you giving thanks for luck at the windows? – Every holiday was a working day at the track, […]
The Keys to Becoming a Winning Gambler 423hn
If you challenge yourself to become a better person, it is possible. If you want to be a better cook, worker, student, neighbor, believer, it is possible. So, can it be possible to be a better gambler, handicapper, and sharpen your focus to win? Yes. – Nothing is easy, but it can be achieved. Like […]
Oaks and Derby 2025 / Free Selections 4y4d26
Seems like yesterday as winter winds blew, and preps lined up by the weekend. It felt like it was a hundred years away as we made the mental countdown when days got longer, but the big weekend is upon. Time to hunker down and start your weekend handicapping now. Louisville Forecast The 7-day projected […]
Double-Header Day at the Races 4u4z5u
Walking through the giant gates captured your senses. The barking of the program / tip-sheet sellers; hot dogs wafting through the air and the scent popcorn off in the distance drawing you in. The whirl of humanity and bettors filled wagering lines, and the parking lot was crammed to the hilt. Ultimately you made your […]
The Old Ways are Becoming New Again 6t6n3h
Brick and mortar contests have gone the way of the dinosaur, unless you are playing a $3,000 cash money contest where the track makes good handle. Turfway Park has tried to kick off some of these again and it looks like a winner. Players love to play and the bettors at home love the ability […]
Is 2025 the New Era We’ve Been Waiting For? 32s7
Each year, I talk a walk down the past 365 days. I ed my dreams, wishes, and hopes for the year. This year has been no different and my introspective thinking has me looking back on the days gone by and the New Year that awaits. Here are some wishes and hopes for the […]
Thanksgiving Day Power Plays 6h5h6c
After eating more than your share of turkey and pie, it’s time to kick back and hunker down with some red-hot power plays that will be sure to have you going back for seconds. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours from your friends at Winning Ponies! Churchill Downs Race #1 – #6 – […]
Distant Memories 6aa5v
I loved playing horse racing contests for years. I have travelled all over and qualified in some of the biggest and best events. – For the contest scene, I have won, come close, and missed by a mile. When my son went to college, the contest scene has dwindled a bit for this handicapper. It […]
Looking Back on Breeders’ Cup m2h1y
After the Breeders’ Cup concluded, I’ve been pondering my thoughts about the two days of the best racing in the world. You have to it it was a spectacular show, and the opportunity to watch and wager on the best in the world is a blast. But, after the smoke clears. I’m left with thoughts […]
Breeders’ Cup – First Look – Friday 1h6v19
The day after Halloween all of the sweets and treats are going to the handicappers. Certain meets opening their doors alert the bettors of things to come. The Derby is a day when the country is a horse racing fan. – The Breeders’ Cup is a day where the best meet the best, and this […]