Dollars & Sense: Backing Bet on Separate On-Track Pools
Dollars & Sense offers an out-of-the-box idea: Make on-track wagering pools for win, place, show, exacta, and daily doubles separate pools than what's offered for off-track players.
Ellis Park Season Begins July 2
Top-class Thoroughbred racing returns to Ellis Park July 2, when the Henderson, Ky., oval opens its 25-day summer season featuring many of the sport's leading trainers and jockeys, along with a full lineup of fan events.
Longshots Made Ascot a Challenge for Bookmakers
Bookmakers had a challenging Royal Ascot meeting, with punter-friendly results affecting the bottom line and the World Cup hitting turnover.
Mr Mozart Well Represented at National Weanling Sale
Highview Stud's first-season sire Mr Mozart will have the strongest representation of any freshman stallion at the New Zealand Bloodstock National Weanling Sale at Karaka, held June 25.
AmWager Offers 0% Takeout on June 27 Woodbine Card
AmWager is offering bettors in 30 states the opportunity to bet all races on the June 27 Woodbine card with a 0% takeout for all pools, except show betting.
TRF Board Member Keating Launches Matching Gift Effort
The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation board member Michelle Keating has established a $25,000 matching gift challenge to support the organization's Annual Appeal.
Skippylongstocking Targeting Monmouth Cup
Pegasus World Cup (G1) winner Skippylongstocking will target a 13th graded stakes victory in the $350,000 Monmouth Cup (G3) during the July 18 Haskell card at Monmouth Park, trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. said on the June 22 episode of BloodHorse…
BH Monday: Joseph Talks White Abarrio, Stephen Foster
On the June 22 episode of BloodHorse Monday: Trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. discusses White Abarrio ahead of the Stephen Foster Stakes (G1), BloodHorse editorial director Frank Angst advocates for separate pari-mutuel pools for on- and off-track patrons.
White Abarrio a 'Man in His Prime' Ahead of Foster
Even with goat companion Brownie delaying his trip to Churchill Downs, White Abarrio enters the $2 million Stephen Foster Stakes (G1) as a "man in his prime," according to trainer Saffie Joseph Jr.
Saratoga to Hold Public Tribute for 17 Lost Horses
There will be a public memorial service to honor the 17 horses that perished in the devastating barn fire June 28 at 10:45 a.m. in the harness track winner's circle at Saratoga Casino Hotel.