Patrick Reed
The Peter Pan Stakes is traditionally Belmont Park’s local prep race for its signature event, the Belmont Stakes Presented by NYRA Bets, with the winner and/or runner-up often moving on to the big...
Racing
Posted May 6th, 2026 ·
Where to Eat and Drink in Louisville for Kentucky Derby Week 2026
In recent years, Louisville has gone from having the reputation as a “hidden gem” on the dining and entertainment scene to being duly recognized as one of the best cities in the U.S. for unique...
Events / Travel
Posted April 26th, 2026 ·
Meet the Jockeys of the 2026 Kentucky Derby
Winning the Kentucky Derby is the goal of any Thoroughbred jockey due to several factors. First, it’s the most famous and prestigious race in the world, and that’s enough for most riders. Second,...
Racing
Posted April 21st, 2026 ·
Ten Unforgettable Kentucky Derby Upsets
The Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve is not only the most anticipated, most watched Thoroughbred race in the world but an essential part of American sports culture....
Legends
Posted April 20th, 2026 ·
2026 Kentucky Derby Cheat Sheet
Thoroughbred racing takes center stage on May 2 as many of the best 3-year-old racehorses in training will compete in the 152nd Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve at Churchill Downs.
The Sport
Posted April 15th, 2026 ·
Betting on Keeneland Experience in 2026 Lexington Stakes
On Oct. 16 of last year, Confessional turned heads in his career debut at Keeneland Race Course, rewarding bettors who backed him at odds of 12.68-1 by winning a seven-furlong maiden race by three...
Gambling
Posted April 8th, 2026 ·
2026 Maker’s Mark Mile Stakes at a Glance
The Maker’s Mark Mile Stakes, held during the spring meet at Keeneland, is the first marquee one-mile turf race on the horse racing calendar and usually attracts both domestic and foreign horses...
Racing
Posted April 6th, 2026 ·
2026 Wood Memorial Stakes Cheat Sheet
The final Wood Memorial Stakes Presented by Resorts World Casino ever to be held at Aqueduct is set for Saturday, and a very competitive field is lined up to vie for 200 qualifying points to the...
Racing
Posted March 31st, 2026 ·
Key Takeaways from a Crucial Kentucky Derby Prep Weekend
America’s Best Racing editor Patrick Reed presents key takeaways from a global Saturday in Thoroughbred racing, highlighted by two 200-point Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve prep races...
Racing
Posted March 30th, 2026 ·
Know Before You Go: 2026 Keeneland Spring Meet
One year ago, the kickoff to Keeneland Race Course’s highly-anticipated Spring meet was delayed by two days due to torrential rain and flooding throughout Kentucky. Instead of its traditional...
Events / Travel
Posted March 30th, 2026 ·
Global Sensations: The Five Best Dubai World Cup Winners
Saturday, the Dubai World Cup Sponsored by Emirates Airline will be held for the 30th time. A true international showcase, the World Cup was a smashing success right off of the bat when it was...
Legends
Posted March 25th, 2026 ·
2026 Arkansas Derby Cheat Sheet
On Saturday, Oaklawn Park hosts the $1.5 million Arkansas Derby, the track’s fourth and final qualifying points prep race for the May 2 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve. The 1 1/8-mile...
Racing
Posted March 24th, 2026 ·