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Jason looks back at the Jim Dandy from Saratoga as well as the Arlington Million day at Colonial from this past weekend.
Trainer Graham Motion discusses his multitude of stakes contenders on Saturday's Arlington Million day card, owner Clay Witham talks about Million contender Burnham Square, Michael McCarthy looks back on the career of classic winner Journalism & looks ahead to Simply Joking in the Clement L. Hirsch, NYRA/FOX Sports analyst Acacia Clement previews the weekend's graded stakes action at Saratoga & Colonial Downs Director of Racing Dave Zenner takes a closer look at the Festival of Racing stakes races. Plus, Joe Kristufek gives you three races to watch in this week's 'TwinSpires Triple Play', Kurt Becker takes you on a weekly 'Stroll Through Racing History' presented by Keeneland, and Dale Romans & Tim Wilkin debate the sport's hottest storylines on 'I Ask, They Answer' presented by the University of Louisville Equine Industry Program in the College of Business.
The Grade 1 Arlington Million at Colonial Downs, Jim Dandy (G2) day at Saratoga and the new $5 minimum win-place-show wager at Kentucky Downs are the three big topics up for discussion on this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Megan Devine brings her TV analyst's perspective to the Million from the track in Virginia that is hosting the race for the fourth time. She talks about some of the contenders for the race and also previews the Secretariat (G2) and Beverly D. (G2) stakes, the traditional curtain raisers for the Million. From the general to the specific, trainer Ian Wilkes discusses the successful switch from dirt to turf for Burnham Square, the morning-line favorite for the Million. Kentucky Downs vice president of racing Ted Nicholson checks in to talk about his track's decision to raise racing's traditional $2 wager in time for the seven-day turf meet starting in late August. Paddock Prince handicapper David Levitch checks out three races on Saturday's card at Saratoga. They include the Jim Dandy, the traditional prep for the Travers (G1). Co-hosts John Cherwa of the Los Angeles Times and Keith Nelson of Fairmount Park weigh in with their opinions about the $5 wager at Kentucky Downs and the announcement by Churchill Downs Inc. that it wants has put the for-sale sign on Presque Isle Downs and eight more of its properties. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Firefox, iHeart and Spotify as well as HorseRacingNation.com, sponsored by 1/ST BET.
Timestamp for Sport of Kings Episode 372, sponsored by AmWager. Host Christopher Larmey is joined by special guest Marc Ferrandino, computer-model-based player, for a detailed discussion about the G2 Jim Dandy and G1 Arlington Million along with other stakes races from Saratoga and Colonial on Saturday, August 1st. 2 – Introduction and Thanks 5 – A Memorable Weekend at Saratoga 11– Modeling and Betting Approach 32 – Sar Race 9 (G3 Lake George Stakes) 42 – SAR Race 10 (G2 Jim Dandy Stakes) 53 – CNL Race 8 (Van Clief Stakes) 1:05 – CNL Race 9 (G2 Secretariat Stakes) 1:17 – CNL Race 10 (G2 Beverly D Stakes) 1:28 – CNL Race 11 (G1 Arlington Million Stakes) 1:38 – Spot Play: Sar 7th 1:42 – “Free the data!”
Saturday, August 1, features Stakes races in some different places. We begin our journey with the Saratoga Special for two-year-olds at of course Saratoga. The Jim Dandy, a showcase for three-year-old males, is next before heading South to Colonial Downs in Virginia. The Arlington Million highlights our visit to Colonial and we finish the day at Del Mar with the grade 1 Clement L Hirsch Stakes. Back a horse and get paid!!!
Jeremy Plonk and Scott Shapiro handicap key summer stakes races in horse racing from Saratoga, Del Mar and Colonial Downs, including Saturday's Jim Dandy Stakes and Arlington Million.
In The Money Media's Peter Thomas Fornatale (PTF) is joined by Jonathon Kinchen (JK) to look at horse racing action from Virginia at Colonial Downs for Saturday (Aug. 1), headlined by the Arlington Million! All eyes in the Arlington Million point to Burnham Square, winner of the Holy Bull 2025 and the Blue Grass Stakes 2025 before finishing sixth in Kentucky Derby 2025 behind Sovereignty. Since that sophomore campaign, Burnham Square has evolved into a star on the grass with graded stakes wins at Keeneland and Churchill Downs as he now looks for his second Grade 1 win in his career and his first Grade 1 win on the Turf. He meets the winner of Arlington Million 2025 Fort Washington as well as a deep group of six other competitors fighting for the $1-million prize.
The Racing Dudes preview and give their picks, best bets, and betting strategies for four major Saturday stakes races, headlined by the $500,000 Jim Dandy Stakes (G2) at Saratoga, a key prep for the Travers Stakes.Also covered are the $400,000 Clement L. Hirsch Stakes (G1) at Del Mar, the $1 million Arlington Million (G1), and the $500,000 Beverly D. Stakes (G2) at Colonial Downs.The Clement L. Hirsch is also a Breeders' Cup Challenge Series “Win and You're In” race, awarding the winner an automatic berth in the Breeders' Cup Distaff.Get expert analysis, value plays, longshots, and wagering opinions for a loaded weekend of racing from Saratoga, Del Mar, and Colonial Downs.
In The Money Media's Peter Thomas Fornatale (PTF) is joined by Jonathon Kinchen (JK) to look at horse racing action from Virginia at Colonial Downs for Saturday (Aug. 1), headlined by the Arlington Million! All eyes in the Arlington Million point to Burnham Square, winner of the Holy Bull 2025 and the Blue Grass Stakes 2025 before finishing sixth in Kentucky Derby 2025 behind Sovereignty. Since that sophomore campaign, Burnham Square has evolved into a star on the grass with graded stakes wins at Keeneland and Churchill Downs as he now looks for his second Grade 1 win in his career and his first Grade 1 win on the Turf. He meets the winner of Arlington Million 2025 Fort Washington as well as a deep group of six other competitors fighting for the $1-million prize.
Mack Pfeiffer of the Maryland Jockey Club joined to chat the all-stakes pick 5 at Colonial Downs as part of Arlington Million day.
Jason discusses Saturday's Arlington Million at Colonial Downs. Then he welcomes in trainer Ian Wilkes to talk about Burnham Square who is the morning line favorite in the race.
PTF and Nick Tammaro kick off the show with a recap of racing around North America, with a focus on the Arlington Million Day card.Next up, Jimmy George of Tattersalls is here with an early look at the October Yearling Sale. You can check out the Book One catalogue here.
PTF and Nick Tammaro kick off the show with a recap of racing around North America, with a focus on the Arlington Million Day card.Next up, Jimmy George of Tattersalls is here with an early look at the October Yearling Sale. You can check out the Book One catalogue here.
Presented by TwinSpires Hall of Fame trainer Shug McGaughey discusses his runners in Saturday's Arlington Million, Dave Zenner previews the Million day stakes and special wagers, Miguel Clement looks back on Deterministic's win in the Fourstardave and shares his thoughts on this weekend's stakes, Kentucky Downs VP of Racing Ted Nicholson looks ahead to the upcoming meet. Plus, Hill 'n' Dale GM Jared Burdine talks about their sale topping colt at Fasig-Tipton Saratoga, James Scully previews three races to watch in this week's 'TwinSpires Triple Play', Kurt Becker takes you on a Stroll Through Racing History presented by Keeneland, and Dale Romans & Tim Wilkin tackle the sports hottest topics on 'I Ask, They Answer' presented by the University of Louisville Equine Industry Program in the College of Business.
Every major horse racing circuit in North America is covered on this late-week edition of the Players' Podcast, starting with the headline event of the weekend taking place on Saturday (Aug. 9) at Colonial Downs. PTF & JK open the show with a discussion on the Arlington Million, which features the Turf debut of 2024 Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan. Then Mikee P hosts a segment with host of the And The Winner Was... podcast John Gaspar for a look at Woodbine action on Saturday.PTF returns to the mic with Nick Tammaro for this week's Adelphi Racing Club segment looking at the Saturday Pick 6 at Saratoga. After that, PTF talks with new horse owner Eric Rubin alongside "Double D" Darren DeLucia in the Monmouth segment. Mikee P closes the show joined by Frank Scatoni for a look at Saturday racing at Del Mar.
The Grade 1 Arlington Million returns this weekend to Virginia for the third time. It comes with the added attraction of Kentucky Derby 2024 winner Mystik Dan. The 42nd renewal of the well-traveled race catches the spotlight on this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Colonial Downs track announcer Jason Beem checks in from his frequent travels to offer his thoughts on the $1 million race which lured Kentucky Derby 2024 winner Mystik Dan to try the turf for the first time. He also offers his thoughts on the rise of Virginia racing. Hall of Famer Shug McGaughey trains 5-year-old morning-line favorite Integration and 6-year-old third choice Fort Washington. He talks about what it might take for Integration to go one better than last year's second-place finish at Colonial. He also discusses Fort Washington's season that includes two Grade 3 wins. Paddock Prince handicapper David Levitch zeros in on the Arlington Million as well as the Sword Dancer (G1) card this weekend at Saratoga. Co-hosts John Cherwa of the Los Angeles Times and Keith Nelson of Fairmount Park join in checking out listeners' and readers' feedback about last week's interview with Resolute Racing owner John Stewart. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Firefox, iHeart and Spotify as well as HorseRacingNation.com.
Every major horse racing circuit in North America is covered on this late-week edition of the Players' Podcast, starting with the headline event of the weekend taking place on Saturday (Aug. 9) at Colonial Downs. PTF & JK open the show with a discussion on the Arlington Million, which features the Turf debut of 2024 Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan. Then Mikee P hosts a segment with host of the And The Winner Was... podcast John Gaspar for a look at Woodbine action on Saturday.PTF returns to the mic with Nick Tammaro for this week's Adelphi Racing Club segment looking at the Saturday Pick 6 at Saratoga. After that, PTF talks with new horse owner Eric Rubin alongside "Double D" Darren DeLucia in the Monmouth segment. Mikee P closes the show joined by Frank Scatoni for a look at Saturday racing at Del Mar.
Let's get out of the gates this week with a Stakes double at Saratoga where there are turf races for three-year-old fillies and older males. We stay on the grass as we visit Colonial Downs and two more graded stakes races including the Arlington Million. We finish on the turf at Del Mar with the Yellow Ribbon. Back a horse and get paid!!!
Jeremy Plonk and Scott Shapiro handicap Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan's chances in the Arlington Million, plus stakes from Saratoga, Del Mar, Ellis & Canterbury.
Jeremy Plonk and Scott Shapiro handicap Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan's chances in the Arlington Million, plus stakes from Saratoga, Del Mar, Ellis & Canterbury.
Track Announcer Jason Beem joined Louie on Rabaut & Co.More of a chat than a handicapping session.
Jason catches up on some news and stories from the week, shares his top 5 Arlington Million editions, and welcomes Kellie Reilly for the weekly International Radar segment.
This Saturday, the Race of the Day is the Grade 1 Arlington Million Stakes at Colonial Downs. Tune in as Scott Shapiro and Mike Beer offer their analysis.
Jason discusses Colonial Downs' big Saturday card featuring the Arlington Million, Beverly D., and Secretariat Stakes.
PTF and JK are back with you for a free-flowing conversation centering around graded stakes action at Colonial Downs and Saratoga this weekend with thoughts on Nations Pride, Moira, Trikari, Carl Spackler, Carsons Run and many many more.
Jason looks back at Sunday's Arlington Million card and talks about all the winners as well as his experiences in the booth for the big card.
PTF and JK are back with you for a free-flowing conversation centering around graded stakes action at Colonial Downs and Saratoga this weekend with thoughts on Nations Pride, Moira, Trikari, Carl Spackler, Carsons Run and many many more.
Presented by TwinSpires Trainer Graham Motion discusses his contenders in this weekend's stakes, Dave Zenner previews Sunday's Arlington Million card at Colonial Downs, and Del Mar's Chris Bahr looks back on Dare and Go's upset of Cigar in the 1996 Pacific Classic and looks ahead to this weekend's stakes races. Joe Withee previews Sundays Longacres Mile at Emerald Downs Plus, Ted Nicholson from Kentucky Downs, James Scully gives you 3 races to watch in this week's TwinSpires Triple Play, Kurt Becker takes you on a Stroll Through Racing History presented by Keeneland, and Dale Romans & Tim Wilkin tackle the sports hottest topics on 'I Ask, They Answer' presented by the University of Louisville Equine Industry Program in the College of Business.
PTF sits down with Michael Domabyl as they go over the five stakes races that comprise the 12% takeout all-stakes Pick Five on Sunday at Colonial Downs, including the Grade 2 Secretariat, the Grade 2 Beverly D (a Win-and-You're-In race for the Breeders' Cup FM Turf), and the race that gives the day its name, the Grade 1 Arlington Million.
The Grade 1 Arlington Million is Sunday at Colonial Downs. Even though the race and the journey there were pushed back a day because of tropical storm Debby, the Ron Flatter Racing Pod was not. This episode originates from the road to Virginia. Track announcer and podcast host Jason Beem offers his insights into the Million, the Beverly D. (G2) and the Secretariat (G2), the three traditional graded stakes that anchor Sunday's card. He also has some stories about the odd places he has recorded podcasts and called races. Trainer Graham Motion discusses the decision process for his horses who are cross-entered at Colonial Downs, Saratoga and Woodbine. They include Trikari, Mission of Joy and Highland Chief. Paddock Prince handicapper David Levitch has tips for the Million, the Fourstardave (G1), the Saratoga Derby (G1) and the Saratoga Special (G2). John Cherwa and Ron go over feedback from the past week, including reaction to Bob Baffert's thought that Adare Manor could go against males this month in the Pacific Classic (G1) at Del Mar, and there is something completely different at the beginning and end of this episode. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Firefox, iHeart and Spotify as well as HorseRacingNation.com
PTF sits down with Michael Domabyl as they go over the five stakes races that comprise the 12% takeout all-stakes Pick Five on Sunday at Colonial Downs, including the Grade 2 Secretariat, the Grade 2 Beverly D (a Win-and-You're-In race for the Breeders' Cup FM Turf), and the race that gives the day its name, the Grade 1 Arlington Million.
Louie sits down with Dan Illman to discuss the Whitney and last week's races. Louie & Dan give their picks for the Arlington Million & Four Star Dave. Sponsored by MANSCAPED. Use our code HORSERACING to get 20% off and FREE shipping!
Jeff Siegel & Jeremy Plonk offer analysis on stakes races from Saratoga, Del Mar & Colonial Downs for the Arlington MIllion.
A bonus Friday show this week as Jason is joined by Colonial Downs Analyst Kaitlin Free to talk about the Arlington Million, Beverly D. and Secretariat Stakes this weekend at Colonial.
Jason updates on all the changes this weekend with the racing schedule including the Arlington Million card being moved to Sunday. Then he looks ahead to that race as well as the Longacres Mile, Del Mar racing, and more!
Jason looks back at the West Virginia Derby from Sunday evening. Then he welcomes in Dave Zenner from Colonial Downs to talk about the upcoming Arlington Million and Dave shares lots of old Million stories from his time working at Arlington Park.
Jason opens the show catching up on some news and stories from around racing from late Sunday and Monday. Then we welcome in trainer Mark Hennig to talk about his strong Saratoga meet, some of his horses, winning the Arlington Million, and more!
Jason looks back at the weekend of racing including Set Piece's last to first win in the Arlington Million. He also discusses some Saratoga racing as well as his day on the mic at Colonial on Saturday.
Trainers Norm Casse and Brendan Walsh preview their runners in Saturday's stakes. Recently inducted Hall of Fame jockey Fernando Toro talks about having a plaque in Saratoga and looks back on his win in the 1986 Arlington Million aboard Estrapade. Sean Clancy shares his thoughts on racing's issues and remembers "The Sultan of Saratoga" Fourstardave. Plus, Scott Shapiro provides this week's TwinSpires Triple Play, Kurt Becker takes you on a Stroll Through Racing History presented by Keeneland and Dale Romans & Tim Wilkin debate the sports hottest topics on 'I Ask, They Answer' presented by the University of Louisville Equine Industry Program.
Recently inducted Hall of Fame jockey Fernando Toro talks about having a plaque in Saratoga and looks back on his win in the 1986 Arlington Million aboard Estrapade.
Kevin Kilroy @TrustYourLuck joins Issel & Louie to chat all things Colonial and Ellis ahead of their big stakes days. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/horseracinghappyhour/message
PTF hosts Jessica Paquette and Michael Domabyl as they chat about the late Pick Five and give some spot plays on the Colonial Downs "Arlington Million Day," with stakes action including the Grade 2 Secretariat, the Grade 1 Beverly D (a Win-and-You're-In race for Breeders' Cup FM Turf), and, of course, the Arlington Million. Jessica and Michael come up with some interesting prices and STRONG opinions so be sure to check it out.
The Grade 1 Arlington Million has a new home at Colonial Downs in Virginia, and that is this week's venue for the Ron Flatter Racing Pod. Adrian Beaumont of the International Racing Bureau provides insight into the rebuilding of the Million and the horses from Europe who will be in this weekend's featured stakes. Trainer Michael Stidham discusses United Nations (G1) runner-up Catnip's bid to win the Arlington Million. David Levitch handicaps weekend races at Colonial Downs and Saratoga, and there is listener and reader feedback. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher as well as HorseRacingNation.com.
PTF hosts Jessica Paquette and Michael Domabyl as they chat about the late Pick Five and give some spot plays on the Colonial Downs "Arlington Million Day," with stakes action including the Grade 2 Secretariat, the Grade 1 Beverly D (a Win-and-You're-In race for Breeders' Cup FM Turf), and, of course, the Arlington Million. Jessica and Michael come up with some interesting prices and STRONG opinions so be sure to check it out.
Louis and Mike sit down with Scott Issel and Barry "The Sniper" Spears to discuss big wins and what's coming in horse racing. Louis talks through his picks for Arlington Million (CNL) & Fourstardave (NYRA). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/horseracinghappyhour/message
Jason looks ahead to the weekend of racing action including the Arlington Million card coming up at Colonial Downs. He also talks about the Saratoga Saturday as well as Sunday's Longacres Mile card at Emerald Downs.
Jason opens the show catching up on some of the news of the day including the Arlington Million and Beverly D. Stakes being moved to Colonial Downs. He also discusses some upcoming races at Fair Grounds, Santa Anita's opening day, as well as some holiday traditions of his and his family.
Jason looks back at the weekend of racing including the big Saratoga Saturday featuring a pair of graded events. He also looks back at the Arlington Million at Churchill as well as some Del Mar weekend.
And they're off! The Arlington Million has moved from its former suburban Chicago home to Churchill Downs for a special one-day event. Join Marco and Sig for The Pony Pundits as we preview tomorrow's action with recommended ticket construction.#ArlingtonMillion | #HorseRacing | #churchill WagerTalk's horse racing duo of Marco and Sig offer their horse racing picks every weekend. From stakes races at smaller tracks, to the Triple Crown, to the Breeder's Cup – Marco and Sig help you break down the racing form and find some winners. Marco has been in the horse racing business for three decades and has been helping followers cash tickets every step of the way.00:00 Standby00:00 Introduction 02:52 Arlington Million Entries19:14 Marco's Top Selections 21:50 SIG's Top Selections
Jason looks ahead to the weekend of racing including the Arlington Million card at Churcill Downs. He also talks about the Saratoga Saturday card, Del Mar, and the Longacres Mile!