Horse Racing: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Triple Crown Winners and Near Misses
Triple Crown history and hopes: triple crown winners belair stud triple crown winner eddie arcaro james fitzsimmons
Triple Crown history and hopes: triple crown winners belair stud triple crown winner eddie arcaro james fitzsimmons
Kentucky Derby Winners
Information about the winners of the Kentucky Derby.
Information about the winners of the Kentucky Derby.
Odds and Payoffs
Includes a chart showing the pay-off for a $2 bet and how win odds are calculated.
Includes a chart showing the pay-off for a $2 bet and how win odds are calculated.
Free Past Performances
You have to have the past performances to handicap the races. Here is where you can find free past performance data online for racing in North America.
You have to have the past performances to handicap the races. Here is where you can find free past performance data online for racing in North America.
Preakness Winners
Information about past Preakness winners.: belmont stakes winners preakness stakes winners kentucky derby winners ieah stables funny cide
Information about past Preakness winners.: belmont stakes winners preakness stakes winners kentucky derby winners ieah stables funny cide
10 Fastest Kentucky Derbies
A list of the 10 fastest horses to win the Kentucky Derby.
A list of the 10 fastest horses to win the Kentucky Derby.
Belmont Stakes Winners
Information about the winners of the Belmont Stakes.
Information about the winners of the Belmont Stakes.
Belmont Breeze
The traditional drink of the Belmont Stakes since 1998.
The traditional drink of the Belmont Stakes since 1998.
2012 Belmont Contenders
Info about all the horses currently scheduled to enter the Belmont Stakes run at Belmont Park in New York City, the second jewel of the Triple Crown which will be held on June 12, 2012.
Info about all the horses currently scheduled to enter the Belmont Stakes run at Belmont Park in New York City, the second jewel of the Triple Crown which will be held on June 12, 2012.
Seabiscuit vs. War Admiral: the Greatest Match Race of the Century
Seabiscuit vs. War Admiral: the Greatest Match Race of the Century by Ron Hale
Seabiscuit vs. War Admiral: the Greatest Match Race of the Century by Ron Hale
2008 Belmont Stakes Results
Longest shot on the board Da' Tara led the whole way in the 2008 Belmont Stakes, drawing off to win by 5 1/4 lengths over Denis of Cork with Anak Nakal and Ready's Echo in a dead heat for third. Heavy favorite Big Brown faltered in the final turn and was eased, finishing last. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Longest shot on the board Da' Tara led the whole way in the 2008 Belmont Stakes, drawing off to win by 5 1/4 lengths over Denis of Cork with Anak Nakal and Ready's Echo in a dead heat for third. Heavy favorite Big Brown faltered in the final turn and was eased, finishing last. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Triple Crown Recipes
Traditional food and drinks from the Triple Crown races along with party tips and places to order supplies.
Traditional food and drinks from the Triple Crown races along with party tips and places to order supplies.
Historical Stories - Horse Racing
Man O' War by Ron Hale, from your About.com Guide: chestnut colt belmont park belmont stakes jerome park training horses
Man O' War by Ron Hale, from your About.com Guide: chestnut colt belmont park belmont stakes jerome park training horses
Belmont Stakes 101
A basic introduction the the third and final jewel of the Triple Crown. How it began, basics of picking a winner, and how to attend in person.
A basic introduction the the third and final jewel of the Triple Crown. How it began, basics of picking a winner, and how to attend in person.
Betting Types and Terms
Glossary of Horse Racing terms.
Glossary of Horse Racing terms.
I'll Have Another
An indepth look at Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner I'll Have Another along with his owner Paul Reddam, trainer Doug O'Neill, and jockey Mario Gutierrez.
An indepth look at Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner I'll Have Another along with his owner Paul Reddam, trainer Doug O'Neill, and jockey Mario Gutierrez.
Quick Guide to Betting Horses
A quick description of common wager types at horse racing tracks in North America with minimum bets and how they work plus a guide for estimating the cost of wagers that involve multiple combinations like boxes and keys and a chart of payoffs for $2 win bets.
A quick description of common wager types at horse racing tracks in North America with minimum bets and how they work plus a guide for estimating the cost of wagers that involve multiple combinations like boxes and keys and a chart of payoffs for $2 win bets.
Understanding Horse Race Types
Here is a look at the types of races run at North American tracks, starting at the bottom and working our way up from maidens to graded stakes. This should give you a better understanding of all levels of racing and what types of races most tracks run.
Here is a look at the types of races run at North American tracks, starting at the bottom and working our way up from maidens to graded stakes. This should give you a better understanding of all levels of racing and what types of races most tracks run.
2012 Preakness Results
I'll Have Another caught Bodemeister by a head at the wire to win the 2012 Preakness with Creative Cause third. He will now go for the Triple Crown in the Belmont Stakes in 3 weeks Get the results, chart, and photos here.
I'll Have Another caught Bodemeister by a head at the wire to win the 2012 Preakness with Creative Cause third. He will now go for the Triple Crown in the Belmont Stakes in 3 weeks Get the results, chart, and photos here.
White Carnation
The traditional drink of the Belmont, as served until 1997.
The traditional drink of the Belmont, as served until 1997.
Belmont Stakes Traditions
Another of the changes made in 1997 was to come up with a new drink to replace the White Carnation. Dale
Another of the changes made in 1997 was to come up with a new drink to replace the White Carnation. Dale
Affirmed vs. Alydar - Horse Racing
The classic rivalry between two champions.: steve cauthen john veitch flamingo stakes santa anita derby triple crown races
The classic rivalry between two champions.: steve cauthen john veitch flamingo stakes santa anita derby triple crown races
Entries and Results
Sources for the latest entries and race results for Thoroughbred racing at race tracks in North America.
Sources for the latest entries and race results for Thoroughbred racing at race tracks in North America.
Weekly Stakes Race Schedule
Weekly Thoroughbred stakes race schedule, including races for $75K or more purse.
Weekly Thoroughbred stakes race schedule, including races for $75K or more purse.
2012 Kentucky Derby Results
I'll Have Another rallied from 6th early to win by 1 1/2 lengths over favorite Bodemeister and Dullahan in Kentucky Derby 138 at Churchill Downs. Union Rags was 7th. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
I'll Have Another rallied from 6th early to win by 1 1/2 lengths over favorite Bodemeister and Dullahan in Kentucky Derby 138 at Churchill Downs. Union Rags was 7th. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
2004 Belmont Stakes Results
Oh no, not again! We were once more denied a 12th Triple Crown winner when Birdstone collared Smarty Jones in the stretch to win the Belmont by a length at odds of 36-1. Results, charts, and more photos here.
Oh no, not again! We were once more denied a 12th Triple Crown winner when Birdstone collared Smarty Jones in the stretch to win the Belmont by a length at odds of 36-1. Results, charts, and more photos here.
Box a Trifecta
A simple how to on placing a boxed trifecta bet.
A simple how to on placing a boxed trifecta bet.
Naming a Thoroughbred
Rules and requirements for horse names for Thoroughbreds.
Rules and requirements for horse names for Thoroughbreds.
2012 Triple Crown Trail
Prep races and results leading up to the 2012 Kentucky Derby and the Triple Crown.
Prep races and results leading up to the 2012 Kentucky Derby and the Triple Crown.
Lip Tattoos
Most horse breeds racing in North America are required to have a tattoo inside their upper lip for identification purposes. This tattoo permanently links their registration and ownership information with the horse and can be used to find out the name of horses purchased or rescued without papers after they retired from the racing.
Most horse breeds racing in North America are required to have a tattoo inside their upper lip for identification purposes. This tattoo permanently links their registration and ownership information with the horse and can be used to find out the name of horses purchased or rescued without papers after they retired from the racing.
Black-Eyed Susan
Traditional drink of the Preakness.
Traditional drink of the Preakness.
Fillies in the Kentucky Derby
Information about the fillies who have run in the Kentucky Derby.
Information about the fillies who have run in the Kentucky Derby.
Eddie Arcaro Remembered - 1916 to 1997
A collection of photos, video, and tributes to the late Eddie Arcaro, from your About.com Guide
A collection of photos, video, and tributes to the late Eddie Arcaro, from your About.com Guide
Box an Exacta
A simple how to on placing a boxed exacta bet.
A simple how to on placing a boxed exacta bet.
Weekly Television Schedule
The latest schedule of televised horse racing in the US.
The latest schedule of televised horse racing in the US.
2012 Santa Anita Derby
Results and photos for the 2012 Santa Anita Derby, Providencia, Potrero Grande, and American Beauty Stakes held at Santa Anita and won by I'll Have Another, Lady of Shamrock, Amazombie, and Belle Royale.
Results and photos for the 2012 Santa Anita Derby, Providencia, Potrero Grande, and American Beauty Stakes held at Santa Anita and won by I'll Have Another, Lady of Shamrock, Amazombie, and Belle Royale.
2012 Preakness Entries
Info about all the horses entered the 2012 Preakness Stakes at Pimlico on May 19, the second jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.
Info about all the horses entered the 2012 Preakness Stakes at Pimlico on May 19, the second jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.
Secretariat - Horse Racing
Secretariat, from your About.com Guide: secretariat horse secretariat horse racing
Secretariat, from your About.com Guide: secretariat horse secretariat horse racing
Seattle Slew 1974 - 2002
Seattle Slew, the oldest Kentucky Derby winner and only Triple Crown winner still alive, died on May 7, 2002.
Seattle Slew, the oldest Kentucky Derby winner and only Triple Crown winner still alive, died on May 7, 2002.
Triple Crown Near Misses
Details about the horses who have won two of the three legs of the Triple Crown, the Kentucky Derby, Preakness, and Belmont Stakes.
Details about the horses who have won two of the three legs of the Triple Crown, the Kentucky Derby, Preakness, and Belmont Stakes.
1998 Belmont Stakes Results - Horse Racing - 06/8/98
Belmont Stakes results, recaps, and photos, from your About.com Guide
Belmont Stakes results, recaps, and photos, from your About.com Guide
The Story of Smarty Jones
The story behind 2004 Kentucky Derby winner Smarty Jones.
The story behind 2004 Kentucky Derby winner Smarty Jones.
e-ponies Free Selections
E-Ponies Picks featuring horse racing selections from Liam Durbin for New York, California, and other locations.
E-Ponies Picks featuring horse racing selections from Liam Durbin for New York, California, and other locations.
Horse Racing Movies
A list of movies about or featuring horse racing.
A list of movies about or featuring horse racing.
Man O'War - 3/29/17 to 11/1/47
A tribute to the great Man O'War on the anniversary of his death on November 11, 1947.
A tribute to the great Man O'War on the anniversary of his death on November 11, 1947.
Belmont Stakes Central
The Belmont Stakes is the third and final jewel of the Triple Crown and held every year five weeks after the Kentucky Derby at Belmont Park in New York, New York. It can be a total frenzy if a Triple Crown is on the line, like with Big Brown, otherwise it can be very laid back, especially if the Kentucky Derby winner doesn't come. Here is a guide to everything about the Belmont Stakes online.
The Belmont Stakes is the third and final jewel of the Triple Crown and held every year five weeks after the Kentucky Derby at Belmont Park in New York, New York. It can be a total frenzy if a Triple Crown is on the line, like with Big Brown, otherwise it can be very laid back, especially if the Kentucky Derby winner doesn't come. Here is a guide to everything about the Belmont Stakes online.
Free Harness Programs
You have to have the past performances to handicap the races. Here is where you can find free programs past performance data online for harness racing in North America.
You have to have the past performances to handicap the races. Here is where you can find free programs past performance data online for harness racing in North America.
1999 Belmont Stakes - Horse Racing - 06/05/99
Results and photos from the 1999 Belmont Stakes, from your Mining Co. Guide
Results and photos from the 1999 Belmont Stakes, from your Mining Co. Guide
2003 Belmont Stakes Results - Horse Racing
Results for the Belmont Stakes on June 7, 2003: belmont stakes results triple crown winner funny cide 2003 belmont stakes spoiler role
Results for the Belmont Stakes on June 7, 2003: belmont stakes results triple crown winner funny cide 2003 belmont stakes spoiler role
Belmont Results - Horse Racing - 06/08/02
Results and photos for the Belmont on Saturday June 8, 2002
Results and photos for the Belmont on Saturday June 8, 2002
Belmont Contenders Analysis
Analyzing the top contenders for the 2011 Belmont Stakes to try and pick a winner by matching them with the profile of past Belmont winners.
Analyzing the top contenders for the 2011 Belmont Stakes to try and pick a winner by matching them with the profile of past Belmont winners.
Preakness Stakes Winners
Information about the winners of the Preakness Stakes.
Information about the winners of the Preakness Stakes.
Analyzing the 2012 Preakness
Trying to pick a winner for the 135th Preakness by matching the contenders to the profile of the Preakness winner.
Trying to pick a winner for the 135th Preakness by matching the contenders to the profile of the Preakness winner.
Cavalia, an Unbridled Affair — Not To Be Missed
Cavalia is a new show featuring human and equine performers that is now touring North America to sold out audiences. Here is a description of the show by Charlene Keys illustrated by photographs by Tina Hines.
Cavalia is a new show featuring human and equine performers that is now touring North America to sold out audiences. Here is a description of the show by Charlene Keys illustrated by photographs by Tina Hines.
Collecting Derby Glasses
Collecting Kentucky Derby glasses, how to find them and what to pay.
Collecting Kentucky Derby glasses, how to find them and what to pay.
2012 Kentucky Derby Thursday
A gallery of 12 photographs from the morning works and paddock schooling from the Thursday before the 2012 Kentucky Derby.
A gallery of 12 photographs from the morning works and paddock schooling from the Thursday before the 2012 Kentucky Derby.
Women in Horse Racing - Horse Racing
Women and their influence on horse racing: helen hay whitney kentucky derby winner penny chenery triple crown winner frances genter
Women and their influence on horse racing: helen hay whitney kentucky derby winner penny chenery triple crown winner frances genter
Citation - Horse Racing
History and photos of Citation who won the Triple Crown 50 years ago.
History and photos of Citation who won the Triple Crown 50 years ago.
Breakage and How it Affects Bettors - Horse Racing
Breakage and how it affects bettors, from your Mining Co. Guide
Breakage and how it affects bettors, from your Mining Co. Guide
Best Kentucky Derby Winners
The 10 best horses to ever win the Kentucky Derby based on the year end championships and other honors they won.
The 10 best horses to ever win the Kentucky Derby based on the year end championships and other honors they won.
Claim a Horse
A simple how to on claiming a race horse.
A simple how to on claiming a race horse.
The Inspiration behind Dreamer
From the legendary Seabiscuit, to this year's upset winner of the Kentucky Derby, Giacomo, people the
From the legendary Seabiscuit, to this year's upset winner of the Kentucky Derby, Giacomo, people the
Announcing Secretariat.com
Announcing the new official website for the great Secretariat.
Announcing the new official website for the great Secretariat.
Coloring Book Pages - Horse Racing
Coloring Book Pages, from your About.Com Guide: horse coloring pages jockey silks coloring book pages full sized page farm horse
Coloring Book Pages, from your About.Com Guide: horse coloring pages jockey silks coloring book pages full sized page farm horse
2011 Belmont Entries
A field of 12 was entered on Wednesday, headed by Kentucky Derby winner Animal Kingdom from post 9 and Preakness winner Shackleford from post 12. Get the entires, post positions, morning line odds, and free past performances plus profiles for all the horses here.
A field of 12 was entered on Wednesday, headed by Kentucky Derby winner Animal Kingdom from post 9 and Preakness winner Shackleford from post 12. Get the entires, post positions, morning line odds, and free past performances plus profiles for all the horses here.
Thoroughbred Pedigree Referenc
Resources for thoroughbred pedigree research and stallion registers.
Resources for thoroughbred pedigree research and stallion registers.
African-Americans in Racing - Horse Racing
A historical look at blacks and their contribution to the sport, from your About.com Guide
A historical look at blacks and their contribution to the sport, from your About.com Guide
Kentucky Horse Park 2009
The Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington is a must-see attraction for any horse fan. Not only do they have many interesting exhibits and museums, but they also have living history with the horses in the Hall of Champions. Check out photos of Funny Cide, Alysheba, Cigar, Kona Gold, Da Hoss, and more from our visit in January 2009.
The Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington is a must-see attraction for any horse fan. Not only do they have many interesting exhibits and museums, but they also have living history with the horses in the Hall of Champions. Check out photos of Funny Cide, Alysheba, Cigar, Kona Gold, Da Hoss, and more from our visit in January 2009.
2012 Preakness Thursday
A gallery of 9 photographs from the morning works at Pimlico before the 2012 Preakness.
A gallery of 9 photographs from the morning works at Pimlico before the 2012 Preakness.
Get and Use Press Credentials
a simple how to on getting press credentials and how to act when covering a major event
a simple how to on getting press credentials and how to act when covering a major event
2012 Black-Eyed Susan Stakes
Friday at Pimlico, In Lingerie drew off win the 2012 Black-Eyed Susan Stakes at Pimlico by 2 1/2 lengths over Disposable Pleasure and Wildcat's Smile. Also on the card were 4 other stakes, the Legends for the Cure race with retired female jockeys, and the inaugural Pimlico Female Jockey Challenge. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Friday at Pimlico, In Lingerie drew off win the 2012 Black-Eyed Susan Stakes at Pimlico by 2 1/2 lengths over Disposable Pleasure and Wildcat's Smile. Also on the card were 4 other stakes, the Legends for the Cure race with retired female jockeys, and the inaugural Pimlico Female Jockey Challenge. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Top Kentucky Derby Jockeys
For a jockey to win the Kentucky Derby is the highlight of his career, and only a select few have won this race more than once. Here are those elite jockeys who have won the Kentucky Derby three times or more.
For a jockey to win the Kentucky Derby is the highlight of his career, and only a select few have won this race more than once. Here are those elite jockeys who have won the Kentucky Derby three times or more.
Belmont Fast Facts - Horse Racing
Belmont stats and trivia: triple crown winners eddie arcaro triple crown races fish hook thunder gulch
Belmont stats and trivia: triple crown winners eddie arcaro triple crown races fish hook thunder gulch
Best of Horse Racing 2000's
2009 will close out the decade of 2000-2009, so it is time to look back and see who was the best in horse racing over the last ten years. A look at the top trainers, jockeys, and Thoroughbred horses.
2009 will close out the decade of 2000-2009, so it is time to look back and see who was the best in horse racing over the last ten years. A look at the top trainers, jockeys, and Thoroughbred horses.
Jockey Weights - Horse Racing
Are jockeys killing themselves to make weight?: female jockeys starvation diets bodies and bones potassium depletion nyra
Are jockeys killing themselves to make weight?: female jockeys starvation diets bodies and bones potassium depletion nyra
Bobby Frankel
Profile of 5-time Eclipse award winning trainer Bobby Frankel who passed away from complications of lymphoma on Monday, November 16, 2009.
Profile of 5-time Eclipse award winning trainer Bobby Frankel who passed away from complications of lymphoma on Monday, November 16, 2009.
Horse Racing in France
What racing is like in France and the differences between their horse racing and how we do it in North America.
What racing is like in France and the differences between their horse racing and how we do it in North America.
Dullahan
A profile of the race horse Dullahan.
A profile of the race horse Dullahan.
Preakness Results - Horse Racing - 05/19/01
Coverage of the Preakness: triple crown winner preakness results horse jockey length victory mile contest
Coverage of the Preakness: triple crown winner preakness results horse jockey length victory mile contest
Alpha
A profile of the race horse Alpha.
A profile of the race horse Alpha.
Seabiscuit and War Admiral - Horse Racing
Seabiscuit and War Admiral, from your Mining Company Guide
Seabiscuit and War Admiral, from your Mining Company Guide
Movie Review - Secretariat
A review of the new movie 'Secretariat The Impossible True Story' starring Diane Lane and John Malkovich which opens on October 8, 2010.
A review of the new movie 'Secretariat The Impossible True Story' starring Diane Lane and John Malkovich which opens on October 8, 2010.
2012 Kentucky Derby Entries
A look at the 3-year-olds entered in the 2012 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 5th.
A look at the 3-year-olds entered in the 2012 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 5th.
Wheel an Exacta
A simple how to on placing a wheeled exacta bet.
A simple how to on placing a wheeled exacta bet.
NTRA All-Star Jockey Championship at Lone Star Park - Horse Racing
Tons of photos from All-Star Jockey Championship at Lone Star Park.
Tons of photos from All-Star Jockey Championship at Lone Star Park.
2011 Breeders' Cup PPs
Free past performances for the 2011 Breeders' Cup races at Churchill Downs on November 4 and 5. PPs are available for all races.
Free past performances for the 2011 Breeders' Cup races at Churchill Downs on November 4 and 5. PPs are available for all races.
Kentucky Derby Fast Facts - Horse Racing
Kentucky Derby stats and trivia: kentucky derby winning jockeys kentucky derby winners eddie arcaro james fitzsimmons citation in 1948
Kentucky Derby stats and trivia: kentucky derby winning jockeys kentucky derby winners eddie arcaro james fitzsimmons citation in 1948
Kentucky Derby Seating and Tickets
A guide to seating and getting tickets for the Kentucky Derby.
A guide to seating and getting tickets for the Kentucky Derby.
Union Rags
A profile of the race horse Union Rags.
A profile of the race horse Union Rags.
Ruffian - Horse Racing
Ruffian, from your About.com Guide: kentucky derby winner filly ruffian ruffian horse espn article foolish pleasure
Ruffian, from your About.com Guide: kentucky derby winner filly ruffian ruffian horse espn article foolish pleasure
How-to Index
A list of horse racing how-to's from placing a wager to paddock inspection.
A list of horse racing how-to's from placing a wager to paddock inspection.
Big Brown
A profile of the race horse Big Brown.
A profile of the race horse Big Brown.
Affirmed's grave at Darley/Jonabell Farm
Affirmed's grave at Darley/Jonabell Farm
Affirmed's grave at Darley/Jonabell Farm
2012 Preakness Undercard
There were seven other stakes on the card, several of them graded, including the Dixie Stakes (G2) won by Hudson Steele, the Allaire DuPont Distaff Stakes (G3) won by Awesomemundo, and the Gallorette Handicap (G3) won by Zagora. Get the results, charts, and photos for all seven races here.
There were seven other stakes on the card, several of them graded, including the Dixie Stakes (G2) won by Hudson Steele, the Allaire DuPont Distaff Stakes (G3) won by Awesomemundo, and the Gallorette Handicap (G3) won by Zagora. Get the results, charts, and photos for all seven races here.
10 Long Shot Kentucky Derbies
2012 will mark the 138th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, the most important race in
2012 will mark the 138th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, the most important race in
Books for Beginners
Selected books to help beginners in horse racing learn about the sport and wagering
Selected books to help beginners in horse racing learn about the sport and wagering
Statues - Horse Racing
Photos of statues of famous horses, from your About.com Guide
Photos of statues of famous horses, from your About.com Guide
Fillies in the Preakness
Information about the fillies who have run in the Preakness Stakes.
Information about the fillies who have run in the Preakness Stakes.
Horse Racing Glossary
Glossary of Horse Racing terms.
Glossary of Horse Racing terms.
Key a Trifecta
A simple how to on placing a keyed trifecta bet.
A simple how to on placing a keyed trifecta bet.
Place a Bet
A simple how to on placing a wager.
A simple how to on placing a wager.
Preakness Stakes Traditions
The Preakness Stakes was first run in 1873 and has many traditions associated with it. The most well know is probably the Black-Eyed Susans given to the winner and the $1 million Woodlawn Vase which is the permanent trophy of the race. Here is a look at some of the more well known Preakness traditions.
The Preakness Stakes was first run in 1873 and has many traditions associated with it. The most well know is probably the Black-Eyed Susans given to the winner and the $1 million Woodlawn Vase which is the permanent trophy of the race. Here is a look at some of the more well known Preakness traditions.
Handicapping Books
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horse racing gifts handicapping wagering betting selections books shopping christmas thoroughbred harness standardbred equestrian
Chris Antley 1966 - 2000
The life, times, and tragic death of jockey Chris Antley
The life, times, and tragic death of jockey Chris Antley
Kentucky Derby Auction Prices
How much is too much to pay for a potential Kentucky Derby winner at auction? The price is a lot lower than you might think based on how expensive purchases at public auction have done in the past. Just another factor to consider when handicapping the Derby.
How much is too much to pay for a potential Kentucky Derby winner at auction? The price is a lot lower than you might think based on how expensive purchases at public auction have done in the past. Just another factor to consider when handicapping the Derby.
Barbaro Photo Album
A photo tribute to 2006 Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro who passed away on January 29, 2007, due to complications from the injury he suffered in the Preakness.
A photo tribute to 2006 Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro who passed away on January 29, 2007, due to complications from the injury he suffered in the Preakness.
Bet the Pick 3
A simple how to on placing a pick 3 bet.
A simple how to on placing a pick 3 bet.
The History of John Henry
John Henry - story of a steel driving horse: kentucky horse park loss of kidney function bob bowers kathy hopkins bloody head
John Henry - story of a steel driving horse: kentucky horse park loss of kidney function bob bowers kathy hopkins bloody head
What is the Kelly Criterion?
What is the Kelly Criterion?
What is the Kelly Criterion?
Clip-art - Horse Racing
Original Horse Racing Clip-art: easter clip art bobbie peachey web clip art clip art stable clip art valentine
Original Horse Racing Clip-art: easter clip art bobbie peachey web clip art clip art stable clip art valentine
Famous Faces - Horse Racing - 06/07/99
Photos of people at the Belmont, from your Mining Co. Guide
Photos of people at the Belmont, from your Mining Co. Guide
Preakness 101
Basic introduction to the Preakness Stakes, second jewel of the Triple Crown.
Basic introduction to the Preakness Stakes, second jewel of the Triple Crown.
Top Kentucky Derby Trainers
For a trainer to win the Kentucky Derby is the highlight of his career, and only a select few have won this race more than once. Here are those elite trainers who have won the Kentucky Derby more than once.
For a trainer to win the Kentucky Derby is the highlight of his career, and only a select few have won this race more than once. Here are those elite trainers who have won the Kentucky Derby more than once.
Bill Shoemaker 1931 - 2003
About Hall of Fame jockey Bill Shoemaker who died October 12, 2003, at the age of 72.
About Hall of Fame jockey Bill Shoemaker who died October 12, 2003, at the age of 72.
Belmont Stakes Results - Horse Racing - 06/09/01
Coverage of the Belmont Stakes: belmont stakes results jockey edgar prado triple crown races edgar prado buckle down
Coverage of the Belmont Stakes: belmont stakes results jockey edgar prado triple crown races edgar prado buckle down
Analyzing the Kentucky Derby
Using trends and angles to try and select a winner for the 2012 Kentucky Derby.
Using trends and angles to try and select a winner for the 2012 Kentucky Derby.
Race Types
Glossary of Horse Racing terms.: handicap race derby preakness race horses prestigious races belmont stakes
Glossary of Horse Racing terms.: handicap race derby preakness race horses prestigious races belmont stakes
Jokes - Horse Racing
Horse Racing Humor, from your About.com Guide: wire cutters lots of jokes sister catherine catherine ann correct person
Horse Racing Humor, from your About.com Guide: wire cutters lots of jokes sister catherine catherine ann correct person
Belmont Weather - Horse Racing
Weather forecasts for the 2003 Belmont Stakes in New York.
Weather forecasts for the 2003 Belmont Stakes in New York.
Jockey Pat Day Retires
Hall of Fame jockey Pat Day announced his retirement on August 4, 2005, in an emotional press conference at his home track Churchill Downs. Here is a look at his career accomplishments and some of his biggest wins.
Hall of Fame jockey Pat Day announced his retirement on August 4, 2005, in an emotional press conference at his home track Churchill Downs. Here is a look at his career accomplishments and some of his biggest wins.
2012 Triple Crown Nominations
A list of all the 398 thoroughbred race horses nominated for the 2012 Triple Crown races, the Kentucky Derby, Preakness, and Belmont Stakes.
A list of all the 398 thoroughbred race horses nominated for the 2012 Triple Crown races, the Kentucky Derby, Preakness, and Belmont Stakes.
Man O'War - Horse Racing
Man O'War's plaque at the Kentucky Horse Park: kentucky horse park cindy pierson racing man man o war war horse
Man O'War's plaque at the Kentucky Horse Park: kentucky horse park cindy pierson racing man man o war war horse
Movie Review: Secretariat
A review of the new Secretariat movie that will be released on October 8, 2010, by racing fan Lori who saw it at a preview in Cleveland.
A review of the new Secretariat movie that will be released on October 8, 2010, by racing fan Lori who saw it at a preview in Cleveland.
Affirmed
A review of 'Affirmed: The Last Triple Crown Winner' by Lou Sahadi.
A review of 'Affirmed: The Last Triple Crown Winner' by Lou Sahadi.
Mint Julep
Traditional drink of the Kentucky Derby.
Traditional drink of the Kentucky Derby.
Mr. Prospector - Horse Racing - 06/01/99
A look at the career of the highly influential stallion Mr. Prospector who died on June 1, 1999.
A look at the career of the highly influential stallion Mr. Prospector who died on June 1, 1999.
How to Place a Bet
A simple How to on placing a wager, from your About.com Guide
A simple How to on placing a wager, from your About.com Guide
Fillies in the Belmont Stakes
Information about the fillies who have run in the Belmont Stakes.
Information about the fillies who have run in the Belmont Stakes.
Optimizer
A profile of the race horse Optimizer.
A profile of the race horse Optimizer.
2007 Belmont Stakes Results
It was a thrilling stretch duel between the filly Rags to Riches and Preakness winner Curlin, but she wouldn't give up and won by a head with Tiago third. Get the results, chart, and lots of photos here.
It was a thrilling stretch duel between the filly Rags to Riches and Preakness winner Curlin, but she wouldn't give up and won by a head with Tiago third. Get the results, chart, and lots of photos here.
Calculate the Dosage Index
A simple how to on calculating the dosage index for Thoroughbred pedigrees.
A simple how to on calculating the dosage index for Thoroughbred pedigrees.
Spectacular Bid 1976 - 2003
Spectacular Bid passed away June 9, 2003.
Spectacular Bid passed away June 9, 2003.
2003 Kentucky Derby Results - Horse Racing
Results for the Kentucky Derby on Saturday May 3, 2003
Results for the Kentucky Derby on Saturday May 3, 2003
2011 Black-Eyed Susan Stakes
Friday at Pimlico, Royal Delta drew off win the 2011 Black-Eyed Susan Stakes at Pimlico by 2 1/2 lengths over Buster's Ready and Hot Summer. Also on the card were 4 other stakes, the Legends for the Cure race with retired female jockeys, and the inaugural Pimlico Female Jockey Challenge. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Friday at Pimlico, Royal Delta drew off win the 2011 Black-Eyed Susan Stakes at Pimlico by 2 1/2 lengths over Buster's Ready and Hot Summer. Also on the card were 4 other stakes, the Legends for the Cure race with retired female jockeys, and the inaugural Pimlico Female Jockey Challenge. Get the results, charts, and photos here.
Product Summary
A review of 'The Horses of the Kentucky Derby' CDROM from Bolding-Schaffer Productions
A review of 'The Horses of the Kentucky Derby' CDROM from Bolding-Schaffer Productions
Affirmed - Horse Racing
Affirmed, from your About.com Guide: horse racing
Affirmed, from your About.com Guide: horse racing
Famous Race Horse Biographies
Biographical books about famous race horses
Biographical books about famous race horses
1999 Kentucky Derby - Horse Racing - 05/01/99
Results and photos from the 1999 Kentucky Derby, from your About.com Guide
Results and photos from the 1999 Kentucky Derby, from your About.com Guide
1998 Kentucky Derby Results
Results for the 1998 Kentucky Derby won by Real Quiet with chart, recaps, and photos.
Results for the 1998 Kentucky Derby won by Real Quiet with chart, recaps, and photos.
Rousing Sermon
A profile of the race horse Rousing Sermon.
A profile of the race horse Rousing Sermon.
Triple Crown TV Schedule - Horse Racing
When and what will be on the tube this year.
When and what will be on the tube this year.
2006 Belmont Stakes Results
Derby 4th place Jazil rallied from last early to win by 1 1/4 lengths over Bluegrass Cat and Sunriver to win the 2006 Belmont Stakes. Get the results, chart, and lots of photos here.
Derby 4th place Jazil rallied from last early to win by 1 1/4 lengths over Bluegrass Cat and Sunriver to win the 2006 Belmont Stakes. Get the results, chart, and lots of photos here.
Secretariat's Meadow
A review of 'Secretariat's Meadow: The Land, The Family, The Legend' by Kate Chenery Tweedy and Leeanne Ladin.
A review of 'Secretariat's Meadow: The Land, The Family, The Legend' by Kate Chenery Tweedy and Leeanne Ladin.
Kentucky Derby Results - Horse Racing - 05/05/01
Coverage of the Kentucky Derby: kentucky derby results kentucky derby history jockey gary stevens winner of the kentucky derby amp photos
Coverage of the Kentucky Derby: kentucky derby results kentucky derby history jockey gary stevens winner of the kentucky derby amp photos
Maryland Crab Cakes
These traditional Maryland delights are great for a Preakness party or any time of the year.
These traditional Maryland delights are great for a Preakness party or any time of the year.
2012 Kentucky Derby Tuesday
A gallery of 12 photographs from the morning works and paddock schooling from the Tuesday before the 2012 Kentucky Derby.
A gallery of 12 photographs from the morning works and paddock schooling from the Tuesday before the 2012 Kentucky Derby.
Kentucky Derby Glasses Guide
A Comprehensive Guide to Collecting Kentucky Derby Mint Julep Glasses and Shot Glasses edited by Judy Marchman. This new 2008 edition is an invaluable tool for anyone who collects Derby, Preakness, Belmont, or Breeders' Cup glasses and shots. Photos of everything included so you can ID glasses you find.
A Comprehensive Guide to Collecting Kentucky Derby Mint Julep Glasses and Shot Glasses edited by Judy Marchman. This new 2008 edition is an invaluable tool for anyone who collects Derby, Preakness, Belmont, or Breeders' Cup glasses and shots. Photos of everything included so you can ID glasses you find.
2011 Belmont Stakes Results
Ruler on Ice stalked pacesetter Shackleford then took over in stretch to win the 2011 Belmont Stakes by 3/4 lengths over Stay Thirsty and Brilliant Speed. Favorite Animal Kingdom was last early and closed to finish 6th. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Ruler on Ice stalked pacesetter Shackleford then took over in stretch to win the 2011 Belmont Stakes by 3/4 lengths over Stay Thirsty and Brilliant Speed. Favorite Animal Kingdom was last early and closed to finish 6th. Get the results, chart, and photos here.
Saratoga Style - Horse Racing
Photos from the 2000 Saratoga Meet and Hall of Fame inductions
Photos from the 2000 Saratoga Meet and Hall of Fame inductions
Before You Buy
Your guide to selecting the right binoculars for race viewing.
Your guide to selecting the right binoculars for race viewing.