Churchill Downs

BLINKERS OFF 442: Early Belmont Stakes Preview and Rapid-Fire

The Racing Dudes give an early preview of the Belmont Stakes (G1) at Belmont Park on June 20, which for the first time kicks off the American Triple Crown series. […]

Handicapping

Ricky’s Rockets ?: Churchill Downs Picks for May 30, 2020

Another Saturday of racing means another fantastic card on tap at Churchill Downs. There are two stakes races in the afternoon, the Winning Colors (G3) and the Old Forester Mint […] Read More

Handicapping

Ricky’s Rockets ?: Churchill Downs Picks for May 29, 2020

Churchill Downs is back with another great Friday afternoon card. The Early Pick 5 features challenging races surrounding a major single in the middle of the sequence. I expect this […] Read More

Handicapping

Ricky’s Rockets ?: Churchill Downs Picks for May 28, 2020

Last weekend was fantastic for horse racing fans and for Ricky’s Rockets. My FREE ticket cashed on the Early Pick 5 with an $84 ticket paying $793.25! We just missed […] Read More

Fantasy Horse Racing

Racing Dudes Fantasy League Update: Maxfield Returns Strongly in Matt Winn

Each week, this important article will provide the standings, power rankings, and recent transactions for every league member. Not only will you see the latest claims in the league (which will […] Read More

Breeders' Cup

The Magic Mike Show 171: What We Learned Last Weekend

The Magic Mike Show guys are back for another edition of What We Learned Last Weekend. The guys sift through their good (and bad) bets to talk about what they […] Read More

Breeders' Cup

Racing Dudes Three Stars of the Week: Turfers Shine at Santa Anita Park

Despite the pandemic, Memorial Day weekend’s racing was just as strong as ever. Several candidates from Santa Anita Park and Churchill Downs were in contention (including Keeper Ofthe Stars, Maxfield, Wildman […] Read More

Handicapping

Ricky’s Rockets ?: Churchill Downs Picks for May 25, 2020

Memorial Day means another packed day of racing across the country and another edition of Ricky’s Rockets! Monday’s Early Pick 5 is highlighted by Frank’s Rockette in the second race. […] Read More

Kentucky Derby

Maxfield Too Tough in Matt Winn

LOUISVILLE, KY – Godolphin homebred Maxfield flexed his toughness on Saturday, overcoming a lengthy layoff and a rough-riding rival to win the $150,000 Matt Winn Stakes (G3) at Churchill Downs. Breaking […] Read More

Race Recaps

Smooth Like Strait Cruises in War Chant

LOUISVILLE, KY – Cannon Thoroughbreds homebred Smooth Like Strait applied early pressure to the pace, then drew off strongly in the stretch to cruise home victorious in Saturday’s inaugural running of […] Read More