Information about horse racing, from training techniques to racing equipment, is examined.
Racehorse shadow rolls are more than just a fluffy piece of fleece on a horse’s nose—they’re essential tools used to prevent spooking at shadows, improve focus, and encourage a lower head carriage for better balance and stride. If you’ve watched a race and seen a horse with a fuzzy band across its nose, you’ve spotted …
Racehorses wear blinkers to help them stay focused, avoid distractions, and perform their best on the track. If you’ve watched a horse race, you’ve likely noticed some runners wearing unusual headgear—small cups beside their eyes. These are blinkers (or blinders), and while they may seem simple, they can make a dramatic difference during a race. …
The Belmont Stakes, the final jewel in the Triple Crown, traditionally tests three-year-old thoroughbreds over a grueling 1 1/2 miles at Belmont Park, demanding both stamina and strategic acumen. For the 2025 edition, however, the race shifts to Saratoga Race Course and shortens to 1 1/4 miles, introducing new dynamics that will significantly impact handicapping. …
A winning Preakness Stakes betting strategy relies heavily on understanding how post positions, pace dynamics, and jockey tactics uniquely play out at Pimlico Race Course. With a shorter distance (1 3/16 miles) and tighter turns than the Kentucky Derby, mastering these elements gives bettors a crucial edge. As the second jewel of the Triple Crown, …
A winning Kentucky Derby strategy often hinges on post position, pace dynamics, and jockey tactics. With 20 horses competing in this high-stakes race, understanding these factors gives bettors a significant edge and helps racing enthusiasts appreciate the complexities behind Derby outcomes. Drawing on my 25+ years of experience owning and training Thoroughbred racehorses, I’ve witnessed …
Stride efficiency is a key factor that separates top-performing racehorses from the rest. If a horse moves with power, balance, and minimal wasted motion, it covers more ground with less effort—and stays sounder in the long run. But how do you ensure your horse’s stride is working for, not against, its success? As a long-time …
One misstep can end a racehorse’s career. Overreach injuries—where a horse’s hind hoof strikes the heel or pastern of the forelimb—are among the most common yet preventable threats in racing. As a racehorse owner and trainer for over 25 years, I’ve witnessed firsthand how these injuries can derail promising careers. That’s why I created this …
Lasix, or furosemide, is one of the most debated drugs in horse racing. For decades, it has been widely used to treat Exercise-Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage (EIPH), a condition affecting an estimated 90% of racehorses. While it can reduce lung bleeding by 50-70%, its use remains controversial due to concerns over performance enhancement, dehydration, and long-term …
With over 25 years as a racehorse owner and trainer, I’ve seen firsthand how injuries can derail promising careers and shatter dreams. I had a young racehorse training well a few years ago that suddenly started showing slight discomfort. At first, it seemed minor—maybe just a sore muscle. But within weeks, it escalated into a …
The night before a big race, my top horse, Ashton, refused his feed. In that moment, I realized that feeding performance horses is both an art and a science. As a racehorse owner and trainer with 25 years of experience, I’ve learned that effective nutrition goes beyond counting calories; it involves understanding each horse’s unique …