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As much as Jan. 1 is the birthday for all Thoroughbreds, the day will be even more festive for a few lucky connections thanks to the Smarty Jones Stakes at Oaklawn Park. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-2023-smarty-jones-stakes-glance

Happy New Year! The first day of 2023 kicks off with a bang on the horse racing front. The $250,000 Smarty Jones Stakes at Oaklawn Park serves as a Road to the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve qualifier, awarding points for entry to the 2023 Derby on a 10-4-3-2-1 basis to the top five finishers. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-forming-victorious-betting-strategy-the-smarty-jones-stakes

The $200,000, Grade 2 Ft. Lauderdale Stakes Saturday at Gulfstream Park drew a full field of 12, plus one also-eligible, running 1 1/8 miles on turf. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-city-man-can-get-third-straight-win-ft-lauderdale-stakes

What a year 2022 has been in the sport of horse racing. The year gave us  Flightline’s ascent to superstardom and an 80.80-1 winner of the Kentucky Derby, plus so much more. Here is a list of my personal favorite races from the last year.  1) Flightline wins Breeders’ Cup Classic Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-abrs-top-ten-horse-races-2022

A sensational 2022 for horse racing in North America winds down this weekend, and action picks right up as the calendar turns to 2023 on New Year’s Day with a qualifying points race for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve scheduled at Oaklawn Park. The Smarty Jones Stakes at Oaklawn Sunday, Jan. 1 offers Derby points to the top five finishers on a 10-4-3-2-1 scale. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/lifestyle/2022-where-watchlisten-horse-racing-coverage-dec-30-jan-1

Superstar Flightline embodied the Thoroughbred at its very best. Rich Strike reminded everyone of racing’s wonderful improbability by coming off the also-eligible list the day before the race to win the Kentucky Derby at 80-1. Cody’s Wish and Tyler’s Tribe provided two incredibly heart-warming tales. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-year-remember-looking-back-the-best-horse-racing-moments-2022

Welcome to 2023 Kentucky Derby Prospect Snapshots, where we’ll take a look each week at a recent winner on the Triple Crown trail, usually from the Road to the Kentucky Derby schedule from which the racehorses earn points toward qualifying. The 1 ¼-mile Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve will be held May 6, 2023, at Churchill Downs. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-2023-kentucky-derby-hopeful-snapshots-jaces-road

Taiba not only ran like a 2-5 favorite in winning the Runhappy Malibu Stakes at Santa Anita Park Dec. 26, he capped off an incredible day for trainer Bob Baffert. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-taiba-romps-runhappy-malibu-stakes-headline-santa-anitas-opening-day-results

Taiba not only ran like a 2-5 favorite in winning the Runhappy Malibu Stakes at Santa Anita Park Dec. 26, he capped off an incredible day for trainer Bob Baffert. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-taiba-romps-runhappy-malibu-stakes-headline-santa-anitas-opening-day-card

Some racehorses peak at an early age, flashing brilliance right from the start. Others require more time to reach their best form, maturing slowly over the course of several years. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-gun-runner-qualities-horse-needs-long-successful-racing-career

Welcome to Noel Michaels’ Weekend Winners, the place to go for weekend best bets and spot plays from veteran handicapper and tournament-play pioneer Noel Michaels. Check back every week for a couple of highlighted selections designed to help you cash a few bets and make some money. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-noels-weekend-winners-post-christmas-picks-fair-grounds

A field of nine 3-year-olds is expected to run in the $300,000, Grade 1 Runhappy Malibu Stakes Dec. 26, the traditional opening-day feature of the Santa Anita Park winter-spring meeting. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-nakatomi-can-ship-and-win-runhappy-malibu-stakes

As happens annually, horse racing in North America will go “dark” for one day on the calendar as all involved in the sport, from owners to everyday bettors and fans, celebrate Christmas on Sunday, Dec. 25. Most tracks will not conduct racing on Christmas Eve, Saturday, Dec. 24 as well, with Gulfstream Park and Tampa Bay Downs being notable exceptions. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/lifestyle/2022-where-watchlisten-2022-holiday-break-and-day-after-christmas-bonanza

On Dec. 26, 2021, Fair Grounds hosted the inaugural running of the $100,000 Gun Runner Stakes, a 1 1/16-mile qualifier on the Road to the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-betting-hot-trainer-jockey-combo-the-gun-runner-stakes

FanDuel announced Dec. 21 that its customers can now access both parimutuel wagering on horse racing and traditional sports book wagering with a single account after a successful soft launch last week.  With this launch, FanDuel Sportsbook becomes the first US sportsbook to offer this feature. The measure is part of FanDuel's ongoing investment in customer experience and its continuing commitment to introduce a new generation of audiences to horse racing.  Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-fanduel-integrates-sports-horse-racing-single-account

LEXINGTON, Ky. (December 21, 2022) – The National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) today announced that John Deere, Keeneland, and The Jockey Club are presenting sponsors of the 52nd Annual Eclipse Awards, honoring Thoroughbred racing’s champions of 2022, to be held Thursday, January 26, 2023, at T Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-john-deere-keeneland-and-the-jockey-club-serve-presenting-sponsors-eclipse-awards

There are still plenty of qualifying races for the 2023 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve on the horizon, but the final chance to pick up some points as a juvenile comes Monday, Dec. 26, with the Gun Runner Stakes at Fair Grounds. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-2022-gun-runner-stakes-glance

Horse racing fans get the holiday gift they really want – albeit a day late – when the SoCal winter racing season celebrates its traditional post-Christmas opening day on Dec. 26 at Santa Anita Park. That date marks the start of a new season in racing at the Arcadia, Calif., track and kicks off one of the country’s premier annual winter/spring race meets. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-santa-anita-park-betting-preview-tips-trends-follow-the-great-race-place

Oaklawn Park opened its 119th season earlier this month, giving racing fans plenty of reasons to visit Hot Springs. The Arkansas racetrack added nine stakes to the schedule for a total of 45. Oaklawn’s rich 3-year-old series, offering points toward qualifying for the 2023 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve, begins Jan. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/lifestyle/2022-whats-new-hot-springs-the-2022-23-oaklawn-park-racing-season

Welcome to 2023 Kentucky Derby Prospect Snapshots, where we’ll take a look each week at a recent winner on the Triple Crown trail, usually from the Road to the Kentucky Derby schedule from which the racehorses earn points toward qualifying. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-2023-kentucky-derby-hopeful-snapshots-practical-move

Winter has arrived, and while most areas prepare for two to three months of near-constant cold and the occasional blizzard, South Florida’s blissful season is well underway, with mild, sunny days and relative calm the norm, and sensational horse racing a weekly presence. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-gulfstream-parks-2023-championship-meet-betting-trends-jockeys-and-trainers-watch

With a superstar young jockey, dueling rivals, and electrifying finishes, the 1978 Triple Crown stands out amongst the other 12 on the strength of the sheer thrills and chills that Affirmed and Alydar brought each time they met on the racetrack. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-triple-crown-turning-point-claimer-crafty-admiral-and-colt-named-affirmed

Wildatlanticstorm keyed a lot of firsts, winning the $400,000 Springboard Mile Dec. 17 for trainer Ray Ashford at 15-1 odds. The large chestnut colt scored the biggest 2-year-old stakes race of the Remington Park season. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-wildatlanticstorm-surges-15-1-upset-remington-springboard-mile

Trainer Tim Yakteen thwarted a trio of 2-year-olds trained by his former boss, Bob Baffert, when Practical Move defeated Baffert-trained Carmel Road in the Grade 2 Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-practical-move-scores-upset-los-alamitos-futurity

From breezing horses as a 14-year-old at the 2-year-old in training sales to landing the 2015 Eclipse Award as champion apprentice jockey, the career of Tyler Gaffalione has been steered on an upward trajectory that shows no signs of stopping anytime soon. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-jockey-gaffalione-looks-future-after-banner-2022

Welcome to Noel Michaels’ Weekend Winners, the place to go for weekend best bets and spot plays from veteran handicapper and tournament-play pioneer Noel Michaels. Check back every week for a couple of highlighted selections designed to help you cash a few bets and make some money. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-noels-weekend-winners-big-money-stakes-big-opportunity-aqueduct

The Remington Springboard Mile might not be a graded stakes, but it has becoming an increasingly popular stop for 2-year-olds in their final start as a juvenile. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-2022-remington-springboard-mile-stakes-glance

West Coast action on the road to the 2023 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve picks up Saturday with the 41st running of the Los Alamitos Futurity. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-2022-los-alamitos-futurity-glance

The $200,000 Remington Springboard Mile Stakes is a traditional December showcase for 2-year-olds who are just starting out on the Road to the Kentucky Derby, with points to the first five finishers. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-can-echo-agains-speed-carry-him-victory-remington-springboard-mile

It’s not unusual to find a young apprentice jockey in New York during the icy winter months at Aqueduct Racetrack. What’s rare is to find one who has displayed as much promise in her initial rides as Madison Olver. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-young-jockey-olvers-career-fast-start-aqueduct

This feature provides a capsule look at three horses who are heating up on the Triple Crown trail and three horses whose chances for the 2023 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve are not quite as strong as they were a few weeks ago. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-2023-kentucky-derby-trail-three-heating-three-cooling-down-dec-14

(HALLANDALE BEACH, FL) Dec. 13, 2022 - Belinda Stronach, Chairwoman, CEO and President, 1/ST, and David Grutman’s Groot Hospitality announced their partnership for the upcoming 2023 Pegasus World Cup Presented by Baccarat on Saturday, January 28 at 1/ST’s South Florida entertainment destination, Gulfstream Park. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/lifestyle/2022-onerepublic-and-kygo-perform-2023-pegasus-world-cup

The Road to the 2023 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve picks back up this upcoming weekend with two qualifying points preps on the calendar. At Remington Park, 2-year-olds will square off in the Remington Springboard Mile on Saturday, Dec. 17. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/lifestyle/2022-where-watchlisten-horse-racing-coverage-dec-15-18

Some might say that Charlie Whittingham was the best and most famous trainer California has ever known. As true as that might be, Whittingham deserves to be viewed in a context much greater than even a state as large as California. Though synonymous with the Golden State, Whittingham was unquestionably one of greatest trainers in the long and glorious history of Thoroughbred racing anywhere in the United States. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-how-legendary-trainer-known-the-bald-eagle-excelled-five-decades

Welcome to Noel Michaels’ Weekend Winners, the place to go for weekend best bets and spot plays from veteran handicapper and tournament-play pioneer Noel Michaels. Check back every week for a couple of highlighted selections designed to help you cash a few bets and make some money. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-noels-weekend-winners-doubling-down-saturday-aqueduct

Thirty-five years ago, Troy Levy would sit at Yonkers Raceway trying to figure out a way to bring a new and younger audience to horse racing with the hopes it would lead to new owners in the sport. Fast forward to today, and Levy believes he has found not just the method to do so, but a partner who together can help grow the sport. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/lifestyle/2022-nyra-partners-nft-based-game-silks

The $300,000, Grade 1 Starlet Stakes Saturday at Los Alamitos brings together a field of seven 2-year-old fillies hoping to earn points on the Road to the Longines Kentucky Oaks and stamp themselves as horses to watch in 2023. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-doinitthehardway-can-get-first-career-win-starlet-stakes

The upcoming weekend in horse racing is highlighted by the opening of Oaklawn Park’s winter-spring meet on Friday, Dec. 9. The Hot Springs, Ark., track is one of the most popular in North America, drawing fans to watch the races on-site and also generating a lot of interest from simulcast and ITW bettors. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/lifestyle/2022-where-watchlisten-horse-racing-coverage-dec-9-11

After a post-Breeders’ Cup respite, the prep season for the 2023 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve is back in full swing, with qualifying points races held during the past two weeks at Churchill Downs and Aqueduct. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-kentucky-derby-futures-tis-the-season-new-contenders

The $3,000 horse from obscurity just became one of next year's top turf prospects with his powerful late-running victory in the Grade 1 Hollywood Derby on Dec. 3. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-speaking-scout-goes-3000-buy-grade-1-winner

Racing Hall of Fame trainer Jack Van Berg passed away on Dec. 27, 2017, at age 81. The Kentucky Derby-winning trainer who ranks fourth all-time in career wins in North America was profiled by America’s Best Racing correspondent Tom Pedulla in 2014. Van Berg reflected on the influence of his father, Marion, on his superstar horse from the 1980s, Alysheba, and on his enduring passion for the sport. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-jack-van-berg-hall-famer-and-true-horseman

Cody’s Wish, the talented 4-year-old colt who shares an endearing bond with teenager Cody Dorman, has been voted the winner of the 2022 Secretariat Vox Populi Award. Created by Secretariat’s owner Penny Chenery, the annual award recognizes the horse whose popularity and racing excellence best resounded with the public and gained recognition for Thoroughbred racing. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/lifestyle/2022-codys-wish-wins-2022-secretariat-vox-populi-award

Some of the country’s top winter dirt racing is coming to the Midwest with the opening of the Oaklawn Park meet on Friday, Dec. 9. The 68-day racing season will extend until Kentucky Derby day, May 6. Racing at Oaklawn boasts big fields, good betting races for handicappers, an excellent stakes program, and very strong purses fueled by gaming revenue from the Oaklawn casino. The Hot Springs, Ark. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-oaklawn-park-season-betting-preview-trainers-jockeys-and-track-trends

Dubyuhnell showed off his talents and scored a determined half-length victory over Arctic Arrogance in a sloppy renewal of the Grade 2 $250,000 Remsen Stakes on Dec. 3 at Aqueduct. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-dubyuhnell-wins-remsen-malathaat-sister-julia-shining-takes-demoiselle

Mind Control left a lasting impression Dec. 3 with a determined score in the Grade 1 $750,000 Cigar Mile Handicap Presented by NYRA Bets at Aqueduct Racetrack. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-mind-control-goes-out-winner-victory-cigar-mile

Welcome to Noel Michaels’ Weekend Winners, the place to go for weekend best bets and spot plays from veteran handicapper and tournament-play pioneer Noel Michaels. Check back every week for a couple of highlighted selections designed to help you cash a few bets and make some money. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-noels-weekend-winners-saturday-stakes-selections-the-big

The $400,000, Grade 1 Matriarch Stakes Dec. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-which-contenders-can-foil-regal-glorys-repeat-bid-the-matriarch-stakes

There is a risk-reward element to betting races with 2-year-olds, and especially 2-year-old fillies, that makes them at times frustrating but also very appealing when looking for a nice score. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/gambling/2022-playing-longshot-the-2022-demoiselle-stakes

It’s been a while since the winner of the Remsen Stakes went on to capture the Kentucky Derby. To be precise, 1994 Remsen winner Thunder Gulch was the last one to pull off that elusive double. Read More... source https://www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/2022-2022-remsen-stakes-glance