There’s something about big races — the Kentucky Derby, the Breeders’ Cup events — that brings out the expert in everybody. Suddenly, Joe Q. Public, who just last week, was picking superfecta ...
The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of US Racing. It’s about the experience. Charles Simon and Troy Levy have been friends for more t...
The Breeders’ Cup World Championships slogan is “The Best is yet to Come,” and the lyrics of that song might ring true this season if this year’s brand new host site is any indication. The Bre...
Handicapping the Breeders’ Cup is a complex puzzle with too many variables to list. We must weigh factors such as speed, pace, trainers, current form and much more in order to come up with selection...
When folks attend sporting events, they’re generally looking for three things. First, they’d like to see a competitive game/match. Next, a little bit of drama — events with drama leave lasting...
A few days ago, I discussed how I believe that Beyer Speed Figures have morphed into performance ratings, like those found in the Racing Post. The Racing Post is the European version of the Daily Raci...
Anybody who thinks that small fields make for poor betting affairs should take a peek at the Futurity Stakes at Belmont Park this weekend. Carded as the eighth race on Saturday, the Grade III Futurity...
Mick Ruis’ Bolt d’Oro has left little doubt that he’s the most impressive two-year-old to race this year, but that doesn’t mean he’s a lock to win the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile. In fact, for ...
As kids, we all grew up singing about them. You didn’t dare “step on a crack” for fear that you might “break your mother’s back.” You were careful to never break a mirror for fear of getti...
Following a very impressive win in the Locust Grove (G3) in which she earned a 100 Brisnet speed figure and race-best +1 late speed ration, I think Romantic Vision could offer value in today’s Spins...
