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The first phase of Breeders’ Cup 2019 is only days away. Preliminary entries are due Monday. Four standouts, who have virtually locked up Eclipse Awards—Sistercharlie, Mitole, Midnight Bisou and Bricks and Mortar–are expected in the
We have no idea who might have been building a false sense of drama as to which race Omaha Beach would run in after Richard Mandella mentioned that the two races to follow the Breeders’
The latest figures on sports betting in New Jersey released this week are record-breaking and revealing. Bettors sent in $445 million on games, the highest handle since the state legalized sports betting. What is especially
Kentucky Downs’ boutique race meet is a burgeoning success story in an industry that in modern times has had little to smile about. In America, success in business is built on two pillars; having a
Several of the stakes and other high class races run OCT 12 might produce a small handful of Breeders’ Cup starters, but most will not run back three weeks hence. But they will run back
Whether the second jewel of the Triple Crown remains at Pimlico isn’t up to The Stronach Group or even the City of Baltimore. It’s up to the legislators, many of whom probably read the recent
By JENNIE REES — When Tammy Fox comes back from a morning workout on a racehorse, the ultimate sign of approval is the former jockey flashing two thumbs up as they come off the track.
How many ways does racing want to reach into bettors’ pockets? The catalyst for this question is a fairly recent pitch on automated betting machines. When you cash a bet, before the voucher is spit
HRI EDITED RELEASE — Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the
HRI STAFF EDIT — Bodexpress, a belated yet popular maiden
From the Playbook Totals Tipsheet: Kansas City is 5-0 OVER
By Top Turf Teddy — The “Worst Stinkin’ Bet of
HRI STAFF EDIT — Trainer Fausto Gutierrez sent Kukulkan to
When Oakland hosts hapless Cincinnati today they will do so
By Top Turf Teddy — The “Worst Stinkin’ Bet of
One of the most revolting scenes ever witnessed in professional
By Top Turf Teddy — The “Worst Stinkin’ Bet of
The Churchill feature is a competitive turf route for older
Executive editor John Pricci provides his insights on everything thoroughbred
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Has been a groom, clocker, handicapper, sportswriter, columnist and editor at various times throughout a career that has spanned more than three decades.
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Has been a sports writer, columnist and editor at various times throughout a journalistic career that spans more than four decades. His passionate writing and reporting on thoroughbred racing.
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