Kentucky Downs

Calumet Turf Cup Named ‘Win and You’re In’ Qualifier for Breeders’ Cup Turf

FRANKLIN, KY – Kentucky Downs has been awarded its second Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series stakes for the 2021 race meet in early September. For the first time, the $1 million Calumet Turf Cup (G2) will…

Race Recaps

Guildsman Rallies Late to Win Franklin-Simpson

FRANKLIN, KY – Qatar Racing’s Guildsman rallied strongly in the late stages to win Wednesday’s $500,000 Nevada State Bank Franklin-Simpson Stakes (G3) at Kentucky Downs. Guildsman broke from post 8 at 9/1 odds under the meet’s leading rider Tyler Gaffalione and settled well off the pace near the rear of the field. Maven… Read More

Race Recaps

Franklin-Simpson Preview: Turned Aside Favored in Meet Finale

FRANKLIN, KY – Paul Pompa Jr. homebred Turned Aside is the 3/1 morning line favorite in Wednesday’s $500,000 Nevada State Bank Franklin-Simpson Stakes (G3) at Kentucky Downs, the final stakes of the 2020 meet. The Franklin-Simpson is a 6 1/2-furlong turf sprint restricted to 3-year-olds. This year’s edition is the penultimate… Read More

Handicapping

Ricky’s Rockets ?: Kentucky Downs Picks for September 16, 2020

We have been treated to some fantastic turf racing here at Kentucky Downs. However, all good things must come to an end, as Wednesday afternoon is the final day of the meet. There are 10 races on the card, highlighted by the Franklin-Simpson Stakes (G3) for 3-year-olds going 6 1/2… Read More

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Race Recaps

Lighthouse Shines in Music City

FRANKLIN, KY – LNJ Foxwoods’ Lighthouse kicked clear at the top of the stretch and had more than enough left late to hold off all comers and win Tuesday’s $400,000 Music City Stakes at Kentucky Downs. Lighthouse broke from post 9 under Umberto Rispoli at 11/1 odds and sat a stalking… Read More

Race Recaps

Emro Conquers Untapable

FRANKLIN, KY – Kueber Racing’s Emro stretch-run explosion helped her conquer Tuesday’s $400,000 Untapable Stakes at Kentucky Downs. Emro broke from the far outside post 11 under Shaun Bridgmohan at 7/1 odds and settled into stride in the back half of the field. Fouzia set the pace with Lady Edith close to her… Read More

Race Recaps

Theodora B. Wires TVG

FRANKLIN, KY – Augustin Stable homebred Theodora B. took the field gate to wire to win Tuesday’s $500,000 TVG Stakes at Kentucky Downs. Theodora B. broke alertly from post 2 under Irad Ortiz Jr. as the 3/1 second choice and went straight to the lead, posting fractions of :26.23, :51.32,… Read More

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Race Previews

Music City Preview: She’s So Special Ships East for Major Test

FRANKLIN, KY – Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners’ sharp California-based turf sprinter She’s So Special ships east for her next major test in Tuesday’s $400,000 Music City Stakes at Kentucky Downs that was rescheduled after the Sunday card was cancelled. The Music City is a 6 1/2-furlong turf sprint restricted to 3-year-old… Read More

Podcast

The Magic Mike Show 203: What We Learned (Kentucky Downs)

The Magic Mike Show guys review and discuss the past weekend’s big stakes action at Kentucky Downs and how the results impact several Breeders’ Cup divisions. The Magic Mike Show with Curtis “Magic” Kalleward and Mike Somich is the ultimate horse racing recap show covering all of the action from… Read More

Handicapping

Ricky’s Rockets ?: Indiana Grand and Kentucky Downs and Picks for September 15, 2020

Tuesday’s card at Kentucky Downs is a replacement of Sunday’s card that was cancelled due to weather. As a result, horse racing fans will be treated to mid-week stakes action on Tuesday afternoon. Also included below: my 9-race preview of Indiana Grand for FREE!! Best of luck! Race 8: Maiden… Read More