Ed Meyer's picks for the 2026 Preakness Stakes card at Laurel Park: Incredibolt in the Preakness, plus Hymn, Dresden Row, and Child of the Moon in Saturday's graded stakes, with exotics suggestions and post times.
Ed Meyer's observations from a post-Derby week in racing: shrinking field sizes, simulcast scheduling wars, transparency on DQs and scratches, and what tracks could do to grow handle and communicate better with bettors.
Iron Honor drew post 9 as the 9-2 morning-line favorite, fitting Chad Brown's Preakness blueprint. 3 Kentucky Derby starters in the 14-horse field - including Ocelli, who'd be the first maiden to win the Preakness since 1888. Here's the full draw and what we're watching for May 16 at Laurel.
Ed Meyer's picks for the 2026 Kentucky Derby and Oaks at Churchill Downs: Prom Queen for the Oaks, Chief Wallabee in the Run for the Roses, plus exotics suggestions and post times for both marquee cards.
Explore the remarkable career of jockey Vernon Bush, who rode his first winner in 1978. Learn about his journey in horse racing, from rider to trainer, alongside his brother George.
Renegade drew the rail and stayed the 4-1 morning-line favorite. Brad Cox saddles three of the top contenders. Here's the full field and what we're watching for May 2.
Zany drew post 2 and earned the 4-1 morning-line favorite tag. Brad Cox returns to defend with Prom Queen. Here's the full Oaks field and what we're watching.
Brad Cox has 3 of the top 5 points earners, Irad Ortiz has a four-way riding decision, and rain may be in the Derby Day forecast. Our 2026 Derby preview.
California favorite Meaning, Ashland winner Percy's Bar, and the Churchill Downs-experienced Bella Ballerina headline a competitive 2026 Oaks field. Our preview.
Get free horse racing selections for the loaded Bluegrass card at Keeneland, featuring top stakes races like the Commonwealth, Appalachian, and Madison.
Reflecting on a lifetime in horse racing, this piece shares heartfelt personal memories and stories, celebrating the special people who made the sport unforgettable.
Get free handicapping selections for Jeff Ruby Steaks Day at Turfway Park, featuring the G3 Jeff Ruby Steaks and other key races.
Turfway Park is introducing the new Jackpot-style Octafecta wager. Pick the first eight finishers in a single race for a chance at a massive payout, plus a TwinSpires bonus.
