There was no shortage of superlatives tossed around before, during, and after the 1998 edition of the Breeders’ Cup Classic, and for good reason. “Best field I’ve ever seen,” Seth Hancock, president of Claiborne Farm on co-owner of one of the 10 Classic runners (Arch), told BloodHorse before the race. “You put up the money and you are going to get the best of the best.”
Month: August 2024
Robin Goodfellow’s racing tips: Best bets for Friday, August 16
Mail Sport's racing expert Robin Goodfellow delivers his tips for Friday's meetings at Newbury, Epsom Downs, Thirsk, Newmarket and Wolverhampton.
Why Buchu Can Spring an Upset in the Del Mar Oaks
The Grade 1, $300,000 Del Mar Oaks presented by Keeneland Sales Saturday, Aug. 15 at Del Mar brings together a nice field of eight fillies running 1 1/8 miles on grass with three last-out stakes winners and four others that have won or placed in stakes in one of their last two races.
Noel’s Weekend Winners: Standout Fillies Saturday at Saratoga
Welcome to Noel Michaels’ Weekend Winners, the place to go for weekend best bets and spot plays from veteran handicapper and tournament-play pioneer Noel Michaels. Check back every week for a couple of highlighted selections designed to help you cash a few bets and make some money.
