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by Becky Johnston I admit it.  I am in love with a chestnut colt named Sidney’s Candy.  If he had a fan club, I would apply for presidency.  Apparently, there is something wrong with that.  The other day, in passing, I mentioned to a wagering acquaintance that I was not just financially hoping Sidney’s Candy would win for my ...

By Laura Pugh, of Horsin' Around Ever since a loss to the very underrated Zardana, Rachel Alexandra went from one of the most celebrated horses in racing to obscurity. After a six week vacation, people seem to have forgotten the ease of Devil May Care's romp in the Bonnie Miss, over the likes of Amen Hallelujah and Christine ...

Silver Charm 1997I once again found a spot on the final turn and got a great shot of Silver Charm and the rest of the pack as they headed for the stretch.To order this photo, click here. Real Quiet 1998While I was in New Mexico for a feature story in 1997, I also covered the Indian Nations Futurity Cup at Santa Fe. I met up with Eddie, one of ...

KENTUCKY DERBYBets pre-draw:Lookin At LuckyDevil May CareSidney's CandySuper SaverNoble's PromiseBets post-draw:Devil May CareLookin At LuckyLine of DavidAmerican LionMission ImpazibleThe Slop Bets:Devil May Care Discreetly MineMission Impazible American LionStately VictorThe Prices:Dean's KittenIce Box   KENTUCKY OAKSAge of ...

Formal Gold (TrueNicks,SRO) was one of the stars of the handicap division in 1997, posting front-running victories over eventual Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) winner Skip Away in the Woodward Stakes (gr. I) and Donn Handicap (gr. I). Formal Gold also took the 1997 Iselin Handicap (gr. II) in 1:40 1/5, setting a Monmouth Park track record for 8.5 ...

It’s one day out from the Oaks, I’m sitting in the Churchill Downs press box, and it’s an absolutely serene day here in Louisville. I sure hope it’s like this tomorrow… After talking with owners, trainers, and breeders over the last week, I’ve been surprised by the number of heartwarming stories that are coming out of this year’s race. I spent ...

You won't find many handicapping tips on the MarketWatch Blog -- we're more associated with the breeding shed and the auction ring than with the bettor's window -- but we're so excited by one entry in an upcoming race that we wanted to share our thoughts with you. More on that in a second. The April edition of MarketWatch ...

The 136th Kentucky Oaks (gr. I) will be run Friday, April 30, 2010. Click the link for each contender to view a complimentary report.   1 - It's Tea Time (15-1) FREE TrueNicks report for It's Tea Time 2 - Jody Slew (30-1) FREE TrueNicks report for Jody Slew 3 - Quiet Temper (10-1) FREE TrueNicks report for Quiet Temper 4 - Age ...

Unbridled 1990With five Derbys photographed, I was finding my comfort zone on the final turn and had terrific assistants working with me. Unbridled and Summer Squall were together on the final turn going for home and we were able to capture a great shot.I was in the winners circle that year, a very exciting opportunity for me. Equipment for my ...

TrueNicks is offering complimentary reports for this year's Derby field. While just 13% of the Thoroughbred foal population rate A or better, an impressive 13 of the 20 Kentucky Derby entrants are TrueNicks rated A++. Juvenile champion Lookin At Lucky is the 3-1 morning line favorite for the 136th Run for the Roses. The son of Smart Strike ...