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.
Month: May 2025
2025 Peter Pan Stakes at a Glance
While the Triple Crown races consume most of the oxygen surrounding 3-year-old racehorses every spring, the Peter Pan Stakes nestled between the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve and the Preakness Stakes also warrants mention as an important stakes race in the division.
Hall of Fame Trainer Pletcher’s Kentucky Derby Streak Ends, But Older Horses Shine
For 21 years, trainer Todd Pletcher helped build television ratings for the Kentucky Derby by bringing dozens of top contenders to the opening leg of the Triple Crown. In last week’s 151st edition of the run for the roses, Pletcher once again helped the ratings, though in a completely different and far less significant role. This time, he wasn’t a participant.
Robin Goodfellow’s racing tips: Best bets for Thursday, May 8
Mail Sport's racing expert Robin Goodfellow delivers his tips for Thursday's meetings at Chester, Brighton, Chelmsford City, Huntingdon, and Stratford.
