NEW YORK — the New York Racing Association (NYRA) today announced it will offer a Late Pick 5 pool seeded with $100,000 on Saturday, at Saratoga Race Course. The additional money offered in Saturday’s Late Pick 5 pool is to honor NYRA’s commitment to horseplayers...

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The impeccably-bred son of Hall of Famers Curlin and Beholder sold for $4 million to Amr Zedan, ranking among the Fasig-Tipton Saratoga selected yearling sale’s top prices of all-time, as the sale, remarkably, improved upon its record figures...

  Horse racing is one of the most popular sports in the world, and part of what makes it so exciting is betting on the horses! Understanding the odds is an important part of placing bets, which can potentially result in the best part – winning money!   Below is a beginner’s guide to...

You’re at the track or placing a bet online on a horserace for the first time – what do you do?! There are many different types of bets, and it can be intimidating to new bettors. Don’t worry, we’ll break down the basics to help you get in on the action – and hopefully...

Reading a horse racing program can be overwhelming if you’re new to the sport. Not to worry, we’re here to help you quickly understand the basics! Here’s what to look for to best utilize the information in a horse racing program: Race Information: The program will list the...

Do your research: Before placing any bets, think about doing your research on the horses, jockeys, and trainers. Look at past performance, track conditions, and any other factors that could affect the outcome of the race. Set a budget: Always set a budget for how much you are willing...

Handicapping a horse race involves analyzing information about the horses, jockeys, track conditions, and other relevant factors to predict which horses are most likely to finish first, second, and third. Here are some steps you can follow to handicap a horse race: Study the race...

Track conditions play a significant role in horse racing as they can greatly impact a horse’s performance. A horse’s preferred track conditions can vary depending on the horse’s breed, running style, and individual preferences. Here are some reasons why track...

SARATOGA — After a weekend featuring one of the most important prep races for the Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic wrapped up with White Abarrio winning the Whitney Stakes, attention turns to turf racing this upcoming weekend with three Challenge Series preps on the schedule. The...

TORONTO — Let’s ‘Dance’ Uphill Dance, trained by Rachel Halden, and ridden by Emma-Jayne Wilson, made an impressive debut on Saturday, notching a 1 ¼-length win in the sixth race. The daughter of Tonalist-Stormy Below, owned by Up Hill Stable, paid $12.40 for the win. Uphill...