Matthew DeSantis
@failedtomenace.bsky.social
Horse racing handicapper and equine advocate. Content Producer for NYRA Bets and covers NYRA racing as well as anywhere else they run horses.
Check out my latest episode of The Win Place Show on @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube as I dive into the Eclipse Finalists and cover some exciting Kentucky Derby hopefuls who ran last weekend. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
Is Thorpedo Anna your Horse of the Year? @failedtomenace.bsky.social shares his take in this week's Win Place Show! Catch highlights on top KY Derby hopefuls in California, plus prep races at Oaklawn, Aqueduct, & Gulfstream Park
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The Win Place Show - Ep 3: Bob Baffert's Kentucky Derby hopefuls, Eclipse Award Finalist, and more
The Win Place Show - Ep 3: Bob Baffert's Kentucky Derby hopefuls, Eclipse Award Finalist, and more Make sure to play on NYRA Bets at https://racing.nyrabets.com/ Join NYRA Bets Handicapper Matthew DeSantis each week on The Win Place Show as Matthew recaps races from the previous week, covers the biggest news in horse racing, has on a variety of guests from across the industry, and discusses fun upcoming races and events in the sport. Matthew gives you his takes on some impressive Kentucky Derby hopefuls in California such as San Vicente winner, Barnes, and runner-up Romanesque as well as maiden breaking Rodriguez. He also covers big Kentucky Derby Prep races at Oaklawn (Coal Battle), Aqueduct (Cyclone State), and Gulfstream Park (Guns Loads) who won the Smarty Jones, Jerome, and Mucho Macho Man, respectively. Then Matthew goes through the big categories for Eclipse Award finalist from 2024 and discusses the Horse of the Year candidacy of Thorpedo Anna, Sierra Leone, and Fierceness. This is your one-stop shop for everything about horse racing, handicapping, betting, and the sport. #horseracing #horseracingtips #betting
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January 7, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Check out my latest episode of The Win Place Show on @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube as I dive into the Eclipse Finalists and cover some exciting Kentucky Derby hopefuls who ran last weekend. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
On the eve of the 2024 Remsen, let’s look back at last year’s field.
Total G1W: 5
Total GSW: 10
Total SW: 17
Total Wins: 32
Total $$ earned: $10,873,746
Plus a HOTY finalist and at least three future stallions. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
Total G1W: 5
Total GSW: 10
Total SW: 17
Total Wins: 32
Total $$ earned: $10,873,746
Plus a HOTY finalist and at least three future stallions. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
December 7, 2024 at 3:13 AM
On the eve of the 2024 Remsen, let’s look back at last year’s field.
Total G1W: 5
Total GSW: 10
Total SW: 17
Total Wins: 32
Total $$ earned: $10,873,746
Plus a HOTY finalist and at least three future stallions. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
Total G1W: 5
Total GSW: 10
Total SW: 17
Total Wins: 32
Total $$ earned: $10,873,746
Plus a HOTY finalist and at least three future stallions. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
Last year’s Remsen produced three G1 winners. This year’s field has a lot to live up to, but go to @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube to get my analysis of this key Kentucky Derby Prep race. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
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Remsen Stakes Preview Saturday at Aqueduct with Matthew DeSantis - FREE PICKS and analysis
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December 5, 2024 at 10:53 PM
Last year’s Remsen produced three G1 winners. This year’s field has a lot to live up to, but go to @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube to get my analysis of this key Kentucky Derby Prep race. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
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Ep. 284 of the Notorious OTB is out now from SGPN!
@wolf-of-oaklawn.bsky.social and @urbnhandicapper.bsky.social welcome @failedtomenace.bsky.social to talk the Cigar Mile day LP5!
-Pina Colodas
-Getting Caught in the Rain
-Pick 5 Tix!
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@wolf-of-oaklawn.bsky.social and @urbnhandicapper.bsky.social welcome @failedtomenace.bsky.social to talk the Cigar Mile day LP5!
-Pina Colodas
-Getting Caught in the Rain
-Pick 5 Tix!
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December 5, 2024 at 9:59 PM
Ep. 284 of the Notorious OTB is out now from SGPN!
@wolf-of-oaklawn.bsky.social and @urbnhandicapper.bsky.social welcome @failedtomenace.bsky.social to talk the Cigar Mile day LP5!
-Pina Colodas
-Getting Caught in the Rain
-Pick 5 Tix!
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🎧 sg.pn/notoriousOTBs
📢 sg.pn/discordw
@wolf-of-oaklawn.bsky.social and @urbnhandicapper.bsky.social welcome @failedtomenace.bsky.social to talk the Cigar Mile day LP5!
-Pina Colodas
-Getting Caught in the Rain
-Pick 5 Tix!
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🎧 sg.pn/notoriousOTBs
📢 sg.pn/discordw
This Saturday the Cigar Mile boasts a Grade 1 field with four G1 winners and a host of other GSWs.
Head to @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube to get my preview of the race where I talk vulnerable favorites and potential value plays. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
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Head to @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube to get my preview of the race where I talk vulnerable favorites and potential value plays. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
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Cigar Mile Preview Saturday at Aqueduct with Matthew DeSantis - FREE PICKS and analysis
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December 5, 2024 at 4:19 PM
This Saturday the Cigar Mile boasts a Grade 1 field with four G1 winners and a host of other GSWs.
Head to @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube to get my preview of the race where I talk vulnerable favorites and potential value plays. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
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Head to @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube to get my preview of the race where I talk vulnerable favorites and potential value plays. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
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You don’t want to miss this interview with Hall of Fame trainer Nick Zito.
My @nyrabets.bsky.social colleague Kaylie Shapiro spoke with him about his Remsen memories and more. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
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My @nyrabets.bsky.social colleague Kaylie Shapiro spoke with him about his Remsen memories and more. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
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Interview with Hall of Fame Trainer Nick Zito: Kentucky Derby and Remsen Reflections
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December 3, 2024 at 11:10 PM
You don’t want to miss this interview with Hall of Fame trainer Nick Zito.
My @nyrabets.bsky.social colleague Kaylie Shapiro spoke with him about his Remsen memories and more. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
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My @nyrabets.bsky.social colleague Kaylie Shapiro spoke with him about his Remsen memories and more. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
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A thrilling stretch run at Aqueduct as PRETTY ANA holds off Alpine Princess to win the Comely (G3) for trainer Chad Brown and jockey Jose Lezcano.
The half-sister to Gun Runner gets her first graded stakes win. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
The half-sister to Gun Runner gets her first graded stakes win. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
November 30, 2024 at 8:56 PM
A thrilling stretch run at Aqueduct as PRETTY ANA holds off Alpine Princess to win the Comely (G3) for trainer Chad Brown and jockey Jose Lezcano.
The half-sister to Gun Runner gets her first graded stakes win. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
The half-sister to Gun Runner gets her first graded stakes win. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
Happy Thanksgiving to the horse players, bettors, fans of the game, and those who do so much for these glorious equine athletes before, during, and after their time on the track.
It’s an incredible community and I’m deeply thankful for all of you. #HorseRacing #Thanksgiving
It’s an incredible community and I’m deeply thankful for all of you. #HorseRacing #Thanksgiving
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November 28, 2024 at 5:49 PM
Happy Thanksgiving to the horse players, bettors, fans of the game, and those who do so much for these glorious equine athletes before, during, and after their time on the track.
It’s an incredible community and I’m deeply thankful for all of you. #HorseRacing #Thanksgiving
It’s an incredible community and I’m deeply thankful for all of you. #HorseRacing #Thanksgiving
It’s been 1,299 days since Bob Baffert had an entry at Churchill Downs.
The wait is over. Get my thoughts on @nyrabets.bsky.social about BARNES who is running Race 7 this afternoon. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
The wait is over. Get my thoughts on @nyrabets.bsky.social about BARNES who is running Race 7 this afternoon. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
Lots of hype around the debut of BARNES for trainer Bob Baffert at @churchilldowns.bsky.social today in Race 7.
@failedtomenace.bsky.social talks about why it’s a big deal and what to expect out of the $3.2 million colt. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
@failedtomenace.bsky.social talks about why it’s a big deal and what to expect out of the $3.2 million colt. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
November 27, 2024 at 7:03 PM
It’s been 1,299 days since Bob Baffert had an entry at Churchill Downs.
The wait is over. Get my thoughts on @nyrabets.bsky.social about BARNES who is running Race 7 this afternoon. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
The wait is over. Get my thoughts on @nyrabets.bsky.social about BARNES who is running Race 7 this afternoon. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
🌹🏇 @nyrabets.bsky.social has you covered for the road to the 2025 Kentucky Derby and Oaks.
This week Kaylie Shapiro and I sit down and analyze Saturday’s prep races at @churchilldowns.bsky.social in the Golden Rod and KY Jockey Club. #RacingSky #HorseRacing
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This week Kaylie Shapiro and I sit down and analyze Saturday’s prep races at @churchilldowns.bsky.social in the Golden Rod and KY Jockey Club. #RacingSky #HorseRacing
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Road to the 2025 Kentucky Derby and Oaks: Kentucky Jockey Club and Golden Rod Preview FREE PICKS
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November 27, 2024 at 1:19 PM
🌹🏇 @nyrabets.bsky.social has you covered for the road to the 2025 Kentucky Derby and Oaks.
This week Kaylie Shapiro and I sit down and analyze Saturday’s prep races at @churchilldowns.bsky.social in the Golden Rod and KY Jockey Club. #RacingSky #HorseRacing
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This week Kaylie Shapiro and I sit down and analyze Saturday’s prep races at @churchilldowns.bsky.social in the Golden Rod and KY Jockey Club. #RacingSky #HorseRacing
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Make sure to check out @nyrabets.bsky.social for my daily Longshot of the Day.
Headed down to Delta Downs today with a 10/1 runner who has shown good form and is dropping in class. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
Headed down to Delta Downs today with a 10/1 runner who has shown good form and is dropping in class. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
Find value at Delta Downs with @failedtomenace.bsky.social with an intriguing longshot who has strong early speed and the added advantage of joining Jonathan Wong’s barn ➡️ bit.ly/4169TT8
November 26, 2024 at 9:19 PM
Make sure to check out @nyrabets.bsky.social for my daily Longshot of the Day.
Headed down to Delta Downs today with a 10/1 runner who has shown good form and is dropping in class. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
Headed down to Delta Downs today with a 10/1 runner who has shown good form and is dropping in class. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
Happy Monday. A quick reminder it’s been 1,038 days since an official KY Derby winner has won a subsequent race.
Mystik Dan is returning to training at Fair Grounds and might target the LA Stakes which coincidentally was the last race won by a KY winner (Mandaloun 2022). #HorseRacing #RacingSky
Mystik Dan is returning to training at Fair Grounds and might target the LA Stakes which coincidentally was the last race won by a KY winner (Mandaloun 2022). #HorseRacing #RacingSky
November 25, 2024 at 3:51 PM
Happy Monday. A quick reminder it’s been 1,038 days since an official KY Derby winner has won a subsequent race.
Mystik Dan is returning to training at Fair Grounds and might target the LA Stakes which coincidentally was the last race won by a KY winner (Mandaloun 2022). #HorseRacing #RacingSky
Mystik Dan is returning to training at Fair Grounds and might target the LA Stakes which coincidentally was the last race won by a KY winner (Mandaloun 2022). #HorseRacing #RacingSky
Make sure to check out my discussion with @horsetowatch.bsky.social on @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube about a pair of @thenyra.bsky.social stakes races today at Aqueduct.
David and I discuss contenders, pace, and prices. #HorseRacingTips #HorseRacing
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David and I discuss contenders, pace, and prices. #HorseRacingTips #HorseRacing
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Aqueduct Saturday Stakes Preview with DRF's David Aragona - FREE PICKS and analysis
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November 23, 2024 at 2:30 PM
Make sure to check out my discussion with @horsetowatch.bsky.social on @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube about a pair of @thenyra.bsky.social stakes races today at Aqueduct.
David and I discuss contenders, pace, and prices. #HorseRacingTips #HorseRacing
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David and I discuss contenders, pace, and prices. #HorseRacingTips #HorseRacing
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Get ready for a big Saturday of racing at @churchilldowns.bsky.social on @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube with this week’s Capping the Card.
I go through ALL 11 races with my top pick and value play. #RacingSky #HorseRacing
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I go through ALL 11 races with my top pick and value play. #RacingSky #HorseRacing
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Capping the Card: Churchill Downs FREE PICKS Saturday, November 23, 2024
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November 23, 2024 at 1:40 PM
Get ready for a big Saturday of racing at @churchilldowns.bsky.social on @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube with this week’s Capping the Card.
I go through ALL 11 races with my top pick and value play. #RacingSky #HorseRacing
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I go through ALL 11 races with my top pick and value play. #RacingSky #HorseRacing
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Join me and Japanese racing expert Alex Henry on @nyrabets.bsky.social as we cover Sunday's Japan Cup.
We talk about the significance of the race, recent trends, while also talking about top contenders like Auguste Rodin, Do Deuce, and more. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
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We talk about the significance of the race, recent trends, while also talking about top contenders like Auguste Rodin, Do Deuce, and more. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
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Japan Cup 2024 Preview with Alex Henry - FREE PICKS and analysis
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November 23, 2024 at 1:29 AM
Join me and Japanese racing expert Alex Henry on @nyrabets.bsky.social as we cover Sunday's Japan Cup.
We talk about the significance of the race, recent trends, while also talking about top contenders like Auguste Rodin, Do Deuce, and more. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
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We talk about the significance of the race, recent trends, while also talking about top contenders like Auguste Rodin, Do Deuce, and more. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
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WHITE ABARRIO comes back from a lengthy layoff to easily dominate allowance competition at Gulfstream Park. The former @breederscup.bsky.social Classic winner is likely to target some big races this winter in South Florida. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
November 22, 2024 at 8:52 PM
WHITE ABARRIO comes back from a lengthy layoff to easily dominate allowance competition at Gulfstream Park. The former @breederscup.bsky.social Classic winner is likely to target some big races this winter in South Florida. #HorseRacing #RacingSky
Had a great time talking with @itsmeginob.bsky.social about the Late P5 at Del Mar on Saturday highlighted by the Grade 3 Native Diver.
Gino and I talk ticket strategy, longshots to consider, and more on @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube. #HorseRacing #RacingSky #sportsbetting
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Gino and I talk ticket strategy, longshots to consider, and more on @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube. #HorseRacing #RacingSky #sportsbetting
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Del Mar Late Pick 5 Analysis with Gino Buccola - FREE PICKS Saturday, November 23, 2024
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November 22, 2024 at 7:10 PM
Had a great time talking with @itsmeginob.bsky.social about the Late P5 at Del Mar on Saturday highlighted by the Grade 3 Native Diver.
Gino and I talk ticket strategy, longshots to consider, and more on @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube. #HorseRacing #RacingSky #sportsbetting
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Gino and I talk ticket strategy, longshots to consider, and more on @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube. #HorseRacing #RacingSky #sportsbetting
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Relatively good news coming out of Woodbine as all five horses involved in the spill in Race 1 have walked off the track. Three of the jockeys (Justin Stein, Edgar Zenteno, and Da-Sean Gaskin) are headed to local hospital for additional assessment. #HorseRacing
November 22, 2024 at 6:44 PM
Relatively good news coming out of Woodbine as all five horses involved in the spill in Race 1 have walked off the track. Three of the jockeys (Justin Stein, Edgar Zenteno, and Da-Sean Gaskin) are headed to local hospital for additional assessment. #HorseRacing
Get ready for a nice card on Saturday at Churchill Downs by going to @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube for the latest Capping the Card.
I go through ALL 11 races with my top pick and value play. Great resource for all players. #HorseRacing
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I go through ALL 11 races with my top pick and value play. Great resource for all players. #HorseRacing
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Capping the Card: Churchill Downs FREE PICKS Saturday, November 23, 2024
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November 22, 2024 at 1:39 PM
Get ready for a nice card on Saturday at Churchill Downs by going to @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube for the latest Capping the Card.
I go through ALL 11 races with my top pick and value play. Great resource for all players. #HorseRacing
youtu.be/Nruf1kWfhKs?...
I go through ALL 11 races with my top pick and value play. Great resource for all players. #HorseRacing
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Thrilled to be joined by @horsetowatch.bsky.social to discuss a pair of New York Stallion Series races taking place Saturday at Aqueduct.
Head to @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube to hear me and David discuss the fields, contenders, and value. #HorseRacing
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Head to @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube to hear me and David discuss the fields, contenders, and value. #HorseRacing
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Aqueduct Saturday Stakes Preview with DRF's David Aragona - FREE PICKS and analysis
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November 22, 2024 at 1:29 AM
Thrilled to be joined by @horsetowatch.bsky.social to discuss a pair of New York Stallion Series races taking place Saturday at Aqueduct.
Head to @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube to hear me and David discuss the fields, contenders, and value. #HorseRacing
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Head to @nyrabets.bsky.social YouTube to hear me and David discuss the fields, contenders, and value. #HorseRacing
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Head to @nyrabets.bsky.social and get my written analysis of the Chilukki Stakes this Saturday. An intriguing field at Churchill Downs and can’t wait to see what Two Sharp can do on the lead with blinkers. #HorseRacing
🏇 Who has an edge in Saturday's Chilukki Stakes at Churchill Downs?
@failedtomenace.bsky.social is watching a standout with early speed— but can she handle the mile distance? Get the analysis 👉 bit.ly/3UZCJAA
@failedtomenace.bsky.social is watching a standout with early speed— but can she handle the mile distance? Get the analysis 👉 bit.ly/3UZCJAA
November 21, 2024 at 7:58 PM
Head to @nyrabets.bsky.social and get my written analysis of the Chilukki Stakes this Saturday. An intriguing field at Churchill Downs and can’t wait to see what Two Sharp can do on the lead with blinkers. #HorseRacing
Track conditions today at Aqueduct.
Main track: Sloppy
Turf course: Getting a break for a few months
Make sure to check out @nyrabets.bsky.social for great promos and resources when playing The Big A. #HorseRacing
Main track: Sloppy
Turf course: Getting a break for a few months
Make sure to check out @nyrabets.bsky.social for great promos and resources when playing The Big A. #HorseRacing
November 21, 2024 at 3:14 PM
Track conditions today at Aqueduct.
Main track: Sloppy
Turf course: Getting a break for a few months
Make sure to check out @nyrabets.bsky.social for great promos and resources when playing The Big A. #HorseRacing
Main track: Sloppy
Turf course: Getting a break for a few months
Make sure to check out @nyrabets.bsky.social for great promos and resources when playing The Big A. #HorseRacing
Couldn’t agree more. The synthetic at the new Belmont will provide better betting opportunities and quality fields.
One thing I promise is that @nyrabets.bsky.social is going to have loads of content and educational tools to get players ready for this transition. #HorseRacing
One thing I promise is that @nyrabets.bsky.social is going to have loads of content and educational tools to get players ready for this transition. #HorseRacing
Handicapping the first couple days of all-dirt Aqueduct has me looking forward to a synthetic future.
November 20, 2024 at 8:53 PM
Couldn’t agree more. The synthetic at the new Belmont will provide better betting opportunities and quality fields.
One thing I promise is that @nyrabets.bsky.social is going to have loads of content and educational tools to get players ready for this transition. #HorseRacing
One thing I promise is that @nyrabets.bsky.social is going to have loads of content and educational tools to get players ready for this transition. #HorseRacing
One of the best in the business. Make sure to follow @agentes305.bsky.social
First Post at a New Social Media Platform: Let's all enjoy, support and drive the Horse Racing industry, beyond differences, it's a sport that unites the talent and abilities of Horses, Jockeys, Gallopers, Trainers and Grooms into a few minutes of action. Let's use this new platform to continue it
November 20, 2024 at 3:44 PM
One of the best in the business. Make sure to follow @agentes305.bsky.social