With a record-breaking season comes the attention of turf writers, so Manny Franco was not surprised when I came calling for an interview. However, like many riders, he prefers to do his talking on the track. “I’m a little bit shy of big cameras and stuff and talking to the media, but I do it,” Franco laughed. “It’s part of the job.”
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Backing an Upset Candidate in 2026 E. P. Taylor Stakes
Fillies and mares will compete for a “Win and You’re In” berth into the Maker’s Mark Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf in Saturday’s Grade 1 E. P. Taylor Stakes going 1 ¼ miles on turf at Woodbine. The E. P.
Noel’s Weekend Winners: Off and Running Saturday at Churchill Downs
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.
Musical Times storms to the head of the betting for next year’s 1,000 Guineas with scintillating display… plus our top tips for Day Two of the St Leger Festival
A smooth winner of her first two starts at Newmarket and Yarmouth, the daughter of Lope De Vega travelled kindly before being asked to quicken at the furlong marker.
