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Breeders Cup Friday

The first of the two-day Breeders Cup World Thoroughbred Championships has arrived, with a set of five excellent two-year old races, including three on the grass. Let’s go through the Friday card with a few plays. Race 6 – Juvenile … Continue reading

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Breeders Cup Saturday – Turf

Word came down last night after the conclusion of Del Mar’s Friday card that Breeders Cup Turf morning line favorite Ulysses has been scratched because of a soundness issue. That should make Highland Reel the favorite in here. Previously – Juvenile … Continue reading

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Breeders Cup Saturday – Mile

The Late Pick-4 begins with the Breeders Cup Mile, featuring an interesting group of Europeans and an American contingent headed by World Approval, winner of the Fourstardave and Woodbine Mile. Previously – Juvenile Fillies, Turf Sprint, Filly & Mare Sprint, Filly … Continue reading

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Breeders Cup Friday – Juvenile Turf

Our Friday Breeders Cup previews continue here with the Juvenile Turf, a race in which the European entries should be very tough. Previously – Juvenile Fillies Turf, Dirt Mile Audio – I previewed the Friday races with my friend Steve Falk. You … Continue reading

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Breeders Cup Friday – Juvenile Fillies Turf

Happy Breeders Cup Friday! The first of two days of championship racing at Del Mar includes four Breeders Cup races, capped by the Breeders Cup Distaff. Featuring top older runners Stellar Wind and Forever Unbridled matched up with three year … Continue reading

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