When Irad Ortiz Jr. climbs aboard a Todd Pletcher-trained horse, something remarkable happens. Their combined win rate jumps nearly 8% above what either...
Tom Marshall • Jan 19, 2026
Mike Patterson • Jan 16, 2026
Every Kentucky Derby winner carries centuries of careful breeding in their DNA. When you watch those magnificent thoroughbreds thunder down...
Tom Marshall • Jan 12, 2026
In the thundering world of thoroughbred racing, where tradition runs as deep as the bloodlines of champions, a quiet revolution...
Mike Patterson • Jan 11, 2026
Every seasoned handicapper has experienced it—a horse with perfect form, ideal class placement, and a top jockey somehow finishes out...
Mike Patterson • Jan 8, 2026
In the quest to breed the next Kentucky Derby winner, thoroughbred breeders face a paradox that has defined the industry...
Tom Marshall • Jan 7, 2026
Every Kentucky Derby winner leaves clues months before they cross the finish line at Churchill Downs. Those clues are hidden...
Tom Marshall • Jan 6, 2026
For centuries, thoroughbred breeding has relied on pedigree analysis, physical conformation assessments, and the intuition of seasoned horsemen. While these...
Jan 4, 2026
Welcome to one of the most overlooked yet powerful edges in horse racing: understanding the track itself. If you've ever...
Welcome to the world of horse racing handicapping. If you've ever stood at the track, stared at a racing program...
If you've been placing win, place, and show bets at the track, you've probably noticed those eye-catching payouts on the...
The Kentucky Derby isn't just America's greatest horse race—it's also one of the biggest betting events of the year. Every...
Welcome to one of the most important lessons you'll ever learn as a horse racing bettor. Before you study past...
