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.
Author: News
The Jockey Club On the Lead Podcast Now Available
The Jockey Club announced today that it is hosting a podcast, On the Lead, as part of its communications and outreach to the industry.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Success Stories: A New Chapter for Asuka
Ruth Cheyenne Gilman had been a volunteer at Circle A Home for Horses, and she also had adopted a horse previously from the organization. In the fall of 2022, Asuka, a slender and beautiful Thoroughbred mare, arrived at Circle A Home for Horses in Virginia Beach, Va. Initially, Asuka appeared moody and seemed to be “thoroughly scared of people,” wrote Ruth about her first impression of the bay mare. However, after having time to adjust to her new environment and get to know her new caretakers, Asuka slowly came around.
By the Numbers: The 2024 Belmont Stakes
The Belmont Stakes has a rich history dating back to its inception in 1867, which means there is no shortage of interesting numbers associated with the race that is often called the “Test of the Champion.”
