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Kentucky Disqualifies Medina Spirit, Hands Baffert A Fine And 90-Day Suspension

Kentucky has disqualified Medina Spirit's 2021 Kentucky Derby win, and trainer Bob Baffert has received a fine and 90-day suspension.

Posted on: February 22, 2022 | Paul Bergeron

Another Week, Another Top-Rated Horse: Epicenter Dominates Risen Star

The first 50-point qualifier on the Road to the Kentucky Derby. Here's a look at who we think is headed for Churchill Downs this week.

Posted on: February 21, 2022 | Paul Bergeron

Risen Star, Barbara Fritchie And Hyacinth Are Putting The Pieces Together For An Array Of Top Racing And Big Purses

Hyacinth and the Risen Star headline the weekend's Derby prep races as the Rainbow Pick 6 jackpot nears a mandatory payout at Gulfstream.

Posted on: February 18, 2022 | Dave Bontempo

Betting Strategies: Saturday’s Late Pick Four at Fair Grounds

The Fair Grounds Pick Four on Saturday is headlined by the Grade 2 Risen Star, which features possible Kentucky Derby contender Smile Happy.

Posted on: February 18, 2022 | Andrew Champagne

Betting Strategies: Smile Happy Looks To Shine In The Risen Star

Our betting strategies for the Risen Star center undefeated 3-year-old Smile Happy. The winner earns 50 Kentucky Derby points.

Posted on: February 18, 2022 | Andrew Champagne

Risen Star Stakes Kicks Off The Championship Series Races On The Road To The Kentucky Derby

The Grade II race drew 10 colts and will test them at 1 1/8 miles. The top four finishers earn qualifying points for the Kentucky Derby.

Posted on: February 18, 2022 | Fairway Jay

Betting Strategies: Friday’s Late Pick Four at Sam Houston

Sam Houston's late sequence Friday night includes several big fields, plus a few big prices we think can light up the tote board.

Posted on: February 17, 2022 | Andrew Champagne

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Heading Into The First Week Of High-Point Derby Prep Races, Skeptics Remain Hesitant In Picking A Favorite

Looking at the Derby Prep races, which move to the 50 and 100 point races this weekend, here are this week's Derby Dozen.

Posted on: February 16, 2022 | Paul Bergeron

Kentucky Derby Medina Spirit, Baffert Fate Still Undetermined

Hearing Yields No Decision On Fate Of Medina Spirit’s 2021 Kentucky Derby Win

Trainer Bob Baffert’s lawyers argue that the drug betamethasone was rubbed onto, not injected into, Medina Spirit and was therefore legal.

Posted on: February 16, 2022 | Paul Bergeron

Need Not Be Present To Win — Here’s A Look At The Weekend’s Top Horse Races

Rounding up the horse races for our Saturday Fecta-cular, we take a look at what's happening at tracks across the country.

Posted on: February 12, 2022 | Dave Bontempo

Horse Racing News & Events

Kentucky Disqualifies Medina Spirit, Hands Baffert A Fine And 90-Day Suspension

Another Week, Another Top-Rated Horse: Epicenter Dominates Risen Star

Risen Star, Barbara Fritchie And Hyacinth Are Putting The Pieces Together For An Array Of Top Racing And Big Purses

Betting Strategies: Saturday’s Late Pick Four at Fair Grounds

Betting Strategies: Smile Happy Looks To Shine In The Risen Star

Risen Star Stakes Kicks Off The Championship Series Races On The Road To The Kentucky Derby

Betting Strategies: Friday’s Late Pick Four at Sam Houston

Heading Into The First Week Of High-Point Derby Prep Races, Skeptics Remain Hesitant In Picking A Favorite

Hearing Yields No Decision On Fate Of Medina Spirit’s 2021 Kentucky Derby Win

Need Not Be Present To Win — Here’s A Look At The Weekend’s Top Horse Races

Big Names, Big Fields, Big Purses Make For Big Racing This Weekend

‘Win And You’re In’ Races Provide Breeders’ Cup Players A Solid Preview

Go Big Or Go Small, But Whatever You Do, Head To The Track This Weekend For Impressive Lineups

The ‘War By The Shore’ Attracts 8 Entries For $1 Million Haskell

Here For The Views — Saturday’s Race Card Is A Sweeping Panorama Of Betting Potential

Talk About A Long Shot — Rich Strike Rallies For Stunning Upset To Win 2022 Kentucky Derby

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Road to the Kentucky Derby — Blue Grass Stakes Preview And Top Win Contenders

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Betting Strategies: 100-Point Kentucky Derby Prep Races Offer Big Fields, Big Value