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Did you know you have a better chance of winning an Oscar than scoring a victory in the #KentuckyDerby?
So, how do horses qualify for the Derby? Look no further, we have the answer right here ⬇️ loom.ly/vHcMPHk
So, how do horses qualify for the Derby? Look no further, we have the answer right here ⬇️ loom.ly/vHcMPHk
How Horses Qualify for the Kentucky Derby: A Beginner’s Guide
The road to this year’s Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve is nearly complete, but if you’re new to horse racing you may have some questions about how all of this works. Wonder no more, beca...
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May 2, 2025 at 11:37 AM
Did you know you have a better chance of winning an Oscar than scoring a victory in the #KentuckyDerby?
So, how do horses qualify for the Derby? Look no further, we have the answer right here ⬇️ loom.ly/vHcMPHk
So, how do horses qualify for the Derby? Look no further, we have the answer right here ⬇️ loom.ly/vHcMPHk
With rain in the forecast, @michaelcurry.bsky.social took a closer look at which fillies will excel on a wet track in the Kentucky Oaks 🌧️
Find out right here ⬇️ loom.ly/uHeRe58
Find out right here ⬇️ loom.ly/uHeRe58
Which 2025 Kentucky Oaks Entrants Should Excel on a Wet Track?
The $1.5 million Longines Kentucky Oaks May 2 at Churchill Downs is the most important dirt race of the year that is restricted to 3-year-old fillies and typically goes a long way toward determining t...
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April 30, 2025 at 5:06 PM
With rain in the forecast, @michaelcurry.bsky.social took a closer look at which fillies will excel on a wet track in the Kentucky Oaks 🌧️
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Find out right here ⬇️ loom.ly/uHeRe58
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I feel like I say this every year about the Kentucky Oaks, but this year it really feels like a strong group of 3-year-old fillies. Good Cheer is terrific but not a standout on figs and there and quite a few other really talented fillies. My Oaks Cheat Sheet at @americasbestracing.bsky.social 👇
2025 Kentucky Oaks Cheat Sheet
The $1.5 million Longines Kentucky Oaks is the premier dirt race for 3-year-old fillies in North America, a 1 1/8-mile test that goes a long way toward determining the Eclipse Award in the division a...
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April 25, 2025 at 3:04 AM
I feel like I say this every year about the Kentucky Oaks, but this year it really feels like a strong group of 3-year-old fillies. Good Cheer is terrific but not a standout on figs and there and quite a few other really talented fillies. My Oaks Cheat Sheet at @americasbestracing.bsky.social 👇
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I put together a story for @americasbestracing.bsky.social on Sandman last week taking a closer look at his pedigree and career development with comments from Terry Finley and Mark Casse and also some fun tidbits about his personality and a few video embeds.
Get to Know Griffin Johnson’s ‘A Stake in Stardom’ Kentucky Derby Contender Sandman
Striking gray 3-year-old racehorse Sandman will be one of the favorites for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve May 3 at Churchill Downs. That alone means Sandman will be the subject of i...
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April 29, 2025 at 4:58 PM
I put together a story for @americasbestracing.bsky.social on Sandman last week taking a closer look at his pedigree and career development with comments from Terry Finley and Mark Casse and also some fun tidbits about his personality and a few video embeds.
Who’s the youngest jockey to ever win the #KentuckyDerby? 🏇
@michaelcurry.bsky.social has the answer—plus more fun Derby facts you might not know right here 👇
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@michaelcurry.bsky.social has the answer—plus more fun Derby facts you might not know right here 👇
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Sixteen Things to Know About the Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby was first held in 1875 and ranks as the longest continuously held major sporting event in the United States.
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April 15, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Who’s the youngest jockey to ever win the #KentuckyDerby? 🏇
@michaelcurry.bsky.social has the answer—plus more fun Derby facts you might not know right here 👇
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@michaelcurry.bsky.social has the answer—plus more fun Derby facts you might not know right here 👇
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I put together an early look at the probable field (before defections) for the 2025 Kentucky Derby for @americasbestracing.bsky.social with the top contenders, international runners, wild cards, bubble horses, and more ... www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/20...
An Early Look at the Probable Field for the 2025 Kentucky Derby
With the final round of prep races for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve that awarded 100 points to the winner now in the books, the time has come to take a look at the cast of 3-year-o...
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April 10, 2025 at 6:42 PM
I put together an early look at the probable field (before defections) for the 2025 Kentucky Derby for @americasbestracing.bsky.social with the top contenders, international runners, wild cards, bubble horses, and more ... www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/20...
World-class racing took center stage this weekend, featuring the Dubai World Cup and key Derby prep races across the U.S.
Catch up on all the action you need to know right here ⬇️
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Catch up on all the action you need to know right here ⬇️
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Key Takeaways from a Super Saturday of Kentucky Derby Preps and International Racing
Tom Pedulla offers takeaways from major Kentucky Derby prep races held on each coast Saturday, the Santa Anita Derby in California and the 100th Wood Memorial Stakes Presented by Resorts World Casino ...
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April 7, 2025 at 1:21 PM
World-class racing took center stage this weekend, featuring the Dubai World Cup and key Derby prep races across the U.S.
Catch up on all the action you need to know right here ⬇️
www.americasbestracing.net/the-sport/20...
Catch up on all the action you need to know right here ⬇️
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Bold Ruler, Seattle Slew, and Easy Goer are just some of the legends who won the Wood Memorial 🌟
Ahead of this weekend's #KentuckyDerby prep, we’re looking back at some of the greatest winners from the past. Which one is your favorite?
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Ahead of this weekend's #KentuckyDerby prep, we’re looking back at some of the greatest winners from the past. Which one is your favorite?
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Stars of Yesterday: Looking Back at Best Wood Memorial Winners
New York’s road to the 2025 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve concludes this Saturday. Aqueduct will host the $750,000, Grade 2 Wood Memorial Stakes Presented by Resorts World Casino at 1 ⅛...
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March 31, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Bold Ruler, Seattle Slew, and Easy Goer are just some of the legends who won the Wood Memorial 🌟
Ahead of this weekend's #KentuckyDerby prep, we’re looking back at some of the greatest winners from the past. Which one is your favorite?
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Ahead of this weekend's #KentuckyDerby prep, we’re looking back at some of the greatest winners from the past. Which one is your favorite?
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Jockey Calvin Borel was no stranger to upsets, but one in particular ranks right up there with the biggest shockers ever on the #KentuckyDerby trail.
@michaelcurry.bsky.social told the story of the $218 upset in the 1993 Arkansas Derby below.
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@michaelcurry.bsky.social told the story of the $218 upset in the 1993 Arkansas Derby below.
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Bombs Away With Borel: A $218 Shocker in 1993 Arkansas Derby
Hall of Fame jockey Calvin Borel has engineered his share of upsets on the big stage, perhaps most famously guiding Mine That Bird to a stunning, rail-skimming 50.60-1 score in the slop in the 2009 Ke...
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March 27, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Jockey Calvin Borel was no stranger to upsets, but one in particular ranks right up there with the biggest shockers ever on the #KentuckyDerby trail.
@michaelcurry.bsky.social told the story of the $218 upset in the 1993 Arkansas Derby below.
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@michaelcurry.bsky.social told the story of the $218 upset in the 1993 Arkansas Derby below.
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Sovereignty looks like the one to beat, but outside post and new jockey could hurt his chances. Still looks like the most likely winner to me, but Tappan Street is eligible to take a big step forward. Get the scoop on all runners in my @americasbestracing.bsky.social Florida Derby Cheat Sheet ...
A record 25 3-year-olds prepped in the Florida Derby have gone on to win the roses! Could we see another this year? 🌹
Presented by Gulfstream Park, meet the field in Saturday's Florida Derby and find out everything you need to know in our Cheat Sheet. loom.ly/0wc3cbQ
Presented by Gulfstream Park, meet the field in Saturday's Florida Derby and find out everything you need to know in our Cheat Sheet. loom.ly/0wc3cbQ
2025 Florida Derby Cheat Sheet
The Florida Derby has historically been the most important steppingstone to the Kentucky Derby with 25 3-year-olds who competed in the race going on to glory in the first jewel of the Triple Crown. Ma...
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March 27, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Sovereignty looks like the one to beat, but outside post and new jockey could hurt his chances. Still looks like the most likely winner to me, but Tappan Street is eligible to take a big step forward. Get the scoop on all runners in my @americasbestracing.bsky.social Florida Derby Cheat Sheet ...
Wondering which upset candidate is worth betting in the Florida Derby at Gulfstream Park? 🤔
Ellis Starr shared his top picks and race analysis with us. Find out who he's backing here: loom.ly/CO4nvNk
Ellis Starr shared his top picks and race analysis with us. Find out who he's backing here: loom.ly/CO4nvNk
Which Upset Candidate Can Deny the Two Favorites in the 2025 Florida Derby?
The Grade 1, $1 million Curlin Florida Derby presented by Hill 'n' Dale Farms at Xalapa Saturday at Gulfstream Park offers the winner 100 points on the Road to the Kentucky Derby and guarantees a spot...
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March 26, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Wondering which upset candidate is worth betting in the Florida Derby at Gulfstream Park? 🤔
Ellis Starr shared his top picks and race analysis with us. Find out who he's backing here: loom.ly/CO4nvNk
Ellis Starr shared his top picks and race analysis with us. Find out who he's backing here: loom.ly/CO4nvNk
A record 25 3-year-olds prepped in the Florida Derby have gone on to win the roses! Could we see another this year? 🌹
Presented by Gulfstream Park, meet the field in Saturday's Florida Derby and find out everything you need to know in our Cheat Sheet. loom.ly/0wc3cbQ
Presented by Gulfstream Park, meet the field in Saturday's Florida Derby and find out everything you need to know in our Cheat Sheet. loom.ly/0wc3cbQ
2025 Florida Derby Cheat Sheet
The Florida Derby has historically been the most important steppingstone to the Kentucky Derby with 25 3-year-olds who competed in the race going on to glory in the first jewel of the Triple Crown. Ma...
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March 24, 2025 at 6:32 PM
A record 25 3-year-olds prepped in the Florida Derby have gone on to win the roses! Could we see another this year? 🌹
Presented by Gulfstream Park, meet the field in Saturday's Florida Derby and find out everything you need to know in our Cheat Sheet. loom.ly/0wc3cbQ
Presented by Gulfstream Park, meet the field in Saturday's Florida Derby and find out everything you need to know in our Cheat Sheet. loom.ly/0wc3cbQ
Do you know about the biggest upset in Louisiana Derby history? Look no further than Hero of Order’s win in 2012 🤯
A $3,000 yearling purchase with just one prior win, trained by a little-known trainer from Russia, pulled off a Fair Grounds victory at 109-1! Relive the story ⬇️ loom.ly/itlhRY8
A $3,000 yearling purchase with just one prior win, trained by a little-known trainer from Russia, pulled off a Fair Grounds victory at 109-1! Relive the story ⬇️ loom.ly/itlhRY8
When a $220 Louisiana Derby Winner Left the Fair Grounds Faithful Flabbergasted
The biggest upset in the 111-year history of the Louisiana Derby was every bit a longshot. Hero of Order entered the 2012 Louisiana Derby at Fair Grounds with 13 races and only one victory on his résu...
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March 20, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Do you know about the biggest upset in Louisiana Derby history? Look no further than Hero of Order’s win in 2012 🤯
A $3,000 yearling purchase with just one prior win, trained by a little-known trainer from Russia, pulled off a Fair Grounds victory at 109-1! Relive the story ⬇️ loom.ly/itlhRY8
A $3,000 yearling purchase with just one prior win, trained by a little-known trainer from Russia, pulled off a Fair Grounds victory at 109-1! Relive the story ⬇️ loom.ly/itlhRY8
The $1 million, Grade 2 Louisiana Derby at Fair Grounds drew a field of 🔟 3-year-olds vying for points on the Road to the #KentuckyDerby.
Wondering who you should you bet on? Ellis Starr shared his top win contenders here: loom.ly/7wQ9has
Wondering who you should you bet on? Ellis Starr shared his top win contenders here: loom.ly/7wQ9has
Instant Replay Gets Top Billing in Competitive Louisiana Derby
The $1 million, Grade 2 Twinspires.com Louisiana Derby Saturday at Fair Grounds drew a fairly strong field of 10 3-year-olds vying for significant purse money and points on the Road to the Kentucky De...
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March 19, 2025 at 6:28 PM
The $1 million, Grade 2 Louisiana Derby at Fair Grounds drew a field of 🔟 3-year-olds vying for points on the Road to the #KentuckyDerby.
Wondering who you should you bet on? Ellis Starr shared his top win contenders here: loom.ly/7wQ9has
Wondering who you should you bet on? Ellis Starr shared his top win contenders here: loom.ly/7wQ9has
Good Cheer is heading to the Fair Grounds Oaks with an undefeated record, looking to further secure her spot in the Kentucky Oaks 🌺
Wondering how to bet her? @michaelcurry.bsky.social shares how he's planning to use her in his trifecta here: loom.ly/erN867U
Wondering how to bet her? @michaelcurry.bsky.social shares how he's planning to use her in his trifecta here: loom.ly/erN867U
Trifecta Strategy for Betting Good Cheer in the 2025 Fair Grounds Oaks
If recent history is an indicator, the $400,000 Fasig-Tipton Fair Grounds Oaks March 22 figures to be a key steppingstone to the Longines Kentucky Oaks.
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March 19, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Good Cheer is heading to the Fair Grounds Oaks with an undefeated record, looking to further secure her spot in the Kentucky Oaks 🌺
Wondering how to bet her? @michaelcurry.bsky.social shares how he's planning to use her in his trifecta here: loom.ly/erN867U
Wondering how to bet her? @michaelcurry.bsky.social shares how he's planning to use her in his trifecta here: loom.ly/erN867U
Triple Crown Trail Update 🏇🌹
Who's heating up and who's cooling down? Catch up on the latest list of #KentuckyDerby hopefuls with @michaelcurry.bsky.social. loom.ly/62JuPs4
Who's heating up and who's cooling down? Catch up on the latest list of #KentuckyDerby hopefuls with @michaelcurry.bsky.social. loom.ly/62JuPs4
2025 Kentucky Derby Trail: Three Heating Up, Three Cooling Down for March 18
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 2025 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve are not quite...
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March 18, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Triple Crown Trail Update 🏇🌹
Who's heating up and who's cooling down? Catch up on the latest list of #KentuckyDerby hopefuls with @michaelcurry.bsky.social. loom.ly/62JuPs4
Who's heating up and who's cooling down? Catch up on the latest list of #KentuckyDerby hopefuls with @michaelcurry.bsky.social. loom.ly/62JuPs4
Ready to win big playing the Louisiana Derby this Saturday at Fair Grounds? 💰
Get ahead of the game with these historical trends and insights from Keeler Johnson. loom.ly/rgET78A
Get ahead of the game with these historical trends and insights from Keeler Johnson. loom.ly/rgET78A
Five Key Trends to Know Before Betting the 2025 Louisiana Derby
Are you planning to bet Saturday’s $1 million, Grade 2 Twinspires.com Louisiana Derby at Fair Grounds? Reviewing the past 15 years of Louisiana Derby history can simplify your handicapping process. He...
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March 17, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Ready to win big playing the Louisiana Derby this Saturday at Fair Grounds? 💰
Get ahead of the game with these historical trends and insights from Keeler Johnson. loom.ly/rgET78A
Get ahead of the game with these historical trends and insights from Keeler Johnson. loom.ly/rgET78A
Trainer Ethan West is living the Derby dream with Chunk of Gold! 💫🌹
From a $2,500 yearling to a serious contender, he shares more on his journey in the sport and what’s next on the Road to the #KentuckyDerby with Tom Pedulla ⬇️ loom.ly/K_aSWVo
From a $2,500 yearling to a serious contender, he shares more on his journey in the sport and what’s next on the Road to the #KentuckyDerby with Tom Pedulla ⬇️ loom.ly/K_aSWVo
Hands-On Trainer Ethan West Excited About Possible First Kentucky Derby Trip With Chunk of Gold
Tom Pedulla is interviewing prominent owners, trainers and jockeys as they travel the Road to the $5 million Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve on May 3 at Churchill Downs.
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March 17, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Trainer Ethan West is living the Derby dream with Chunk of Gold! 💫🌹
From a $2,500 yearling to a serious contender, he shares more on his journey in the sport and what’s next on the Road to the #KentuckyDerby with Tom Pedulla ⬇️ loom.ly/K_aSWVo
From a $2,500 yearling to a serious contender, he shares more on his journey in the sport and what’s next on the Road to the #KentuckyDerby with Tom Pedulla ⬇️ loom.ly/K_aSWVo
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Congratulations to Dan Piazza, the 26th different winner of the NTRA’s National Horseplayers Championship.
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March 16, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Congratulations to Dan Piazza, the 26th different winner of the NTRA’s National Horseplayers Championship.
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Citation won 19 of 20 races in 1948. He won at every distance, 10 different tracks, and seven different states. And did we mention took he won the Triple Crown?
@thesirbarton.bsky.social relives his career here ⬇️
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@thesirbarton.bsky.social relives his career here ⬇️
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The Mighty Citation: ‘So Fast He Scared Me’
More than 75 years ago, Citation unleashed the greatest 3-year-old season in Thoroughbred racing. Blessed with genuine speed, staying power, and a seemingly endless desire to win, Citation inspired hi...
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March 15, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Citation won 19 of 20 races in 1948. He won at every distance, 10 different tracks, and seven different states. And did we mention took he won the Triple Crown?
@thesirbarton.bsky.social relives his career here ⬇️
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@thesirbarton.bsky.social relives his career here ⬇️
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Who are the best bets to cash in on at Colonial Downs this weekend?
The Virginia Derby takes center stage as a new #KentuckyDerby prep! Get Noel’s top picks 👇
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The Virginia Derby takes center stage as a new #KentuckyDerby prep! Get Noel’s top picks 👇
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Noel’s Weekend Winners: A Visit to Virginia for March Stop on Kentucky Derby Trail
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 o...
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March 13, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Who are the best bets to cash in on at Colonial Downs this weekend?
The Virginia Derby takes center stage as a new #KentuckyDerby prep! Get Noel’s top picks 👇
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The Virginia Derby takes center stage as a new #KentuckyDerby prep! Get Noel’s top picks 👇
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We all know what happened from there. It was Riggs who led the effort to revitalize Pimlico in the early 20th century & returned the Preakness to Pimlico after relocating (we presume) to NY from 1890 to 1904.
Read more at @americasbestracing.bsky.social!
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Read more at @americasbestracing.bsky.social!
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March 11, 2025 at 3:37 PM
We all know what happened from there. It was Riggs who led the effort to revitalize Pimlico in the early 20th century & returned the Preakness to Pimlico after relocating (we presume) to NY from 1890 to 1904.
Read more at @americasbestracing.bsky.social!
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Read more at @americasbestracing.bsky.social!
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For the first time, the Virginia Derby will be run as a #KentuckyDerby qualifying race and shifts from turf to dirt at Colonial Downs.
Take a closer look at the field with Bob Ehalt. loom.ly/KRhSuuI
Take a closer look at the field with Bob Ehalt. loom.ly/KRhSuuI
2025 Virginia Derby at a Glance
The Virginia Derby was added to the Road to the Kentucky Derby slate of qualifying races for 2025 and shifted from a late-summer turf staple on the Colonial Downs racing calendar to a March prep for t...
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March 11, 2025 at 1:08 PM
For the first time, the Virginia Derby will be run as a #KentuckyDerby qualifying race and shifts from turf to dirt at Colonial Downs.
Take a closer look at the field with Bob Ehalt. loom.ly/KRhSuuI
Take a closer look at the field with Bob Ehalt. loom.ly/KRhSuuI
The Eclipse Award for Outstanding Apprentice Jockey is one of the most prestigious honors a rider can earn early in their career, but what happens after they lose the “bug”?
Find out where the past five winners are now ⬇️
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Find out where the past five winners are now ⬇️
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Catching Up With Recent Eclipse Award-Winning Apprentice Jockeys
Being an apprentice jockey is an enormous challenge – try learning a physically and mentally strenuous sport ride by ride while also adhering to a strict diet and exercise regimen. At the same time, m...
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March 7, 2025 at 6:16 PM
The Eclipse Award for Outstanding Apprentice Jockey is one of the most prestigious honors a rider can earn early in their career, but what happens after they lose the “bug”?
Find out where the past five winners are now ⬇️
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Find out where the past five winners are now ⬇️
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How can you make money betting Thorpedo Anna in the Azeri Stakes Saturday at Oaklawn PArk?
Look no further, @michaelcurry.bsky.social has the answer below 👀 loom.ly/Tqx5wRY
Look no further, @michaelcurry.bsky.social has the answer below 👀 loom.ly/Tqx5wRY
Making Money Betting Horse of the Year Thorpedo Anna in Azeri Stakes
It’s both exciting for fans and healthy for the sport of horse racing when the reigning Horse of the Year remains in training for the following season, and last year’s queen Thorpedo Anna returns for ...
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March 6, 2025 at 5:07 PM
How can you make money betting Thorpedo Anna in the Azeri Stakes Saturday at Oaklawn PArk?
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Look no further, @michaelcurry.bsky.social has the answer below 👀 loom.ly/Tqx5wRY