James Gazzale

James Gazzale has covered the Thoroughbred racing industry as a multi-media journalist and analyst since 2013. He has extensively reported on recent efforts to expand fixed-odds horse betting and sports betting apps entering the U.S. horse racing market. His work has been featured in Legal Sports Report, Sports Grid TV, Spectrum News Louisville, and more.

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New Belmont Park Set to Bring Horse Racing Back Into New York’s Spotlight

You could make the case that Belmont Park has delivered more unforgettable New York sports moments than even Madison Square Garden over the past few decades.

Events / Travel Posted June 3rd, 2025 ·

Maryland’s Underdog Crown Jewel: Preakness Bids Farewell to Old Pimlico

Crab cakes, lacrosse, and the Preakness Stakes. That’s what Maryland does. Since its inception in 1873, the state’s signature race has been rooted in the heart of Baltimore.

Events / Travel Posted May 13th, 2025 ·

Netflix’s ‘Race for the Crown’ Highlights Horse Racing’s Glitz, Grit, and Glory

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to enter the Sport of Kings with a fistful of cash and a dream of roses, Netflix’s new docuseries “Race for the Crown” drops you right into the saddle. The...

Pop Culture Posted May 8th, 2025 ·

Five Questions You Were Too Scared to Ask About the Kentucky Derby – and the Answers

The Kentucky Derby is a lot to process: 20 horses, 150,000 fans, and more hats and mint juleps than you could ever count at iconic Churchill Downs in Louisville. Even the most seasoned fans and...

Racing Posted April 28th, 2025 ·

Answers to Five Questions You Were Afraid to Ask About Horse Racing

So, you’re into horse racing but don’t yet have a clue to what’s going on? No sweat, we’ve all been there! Between the dozens of tracks, the hundreds, if not thousands, of horses and a racing...

Racing Posted April 25th, 2025 ·