Sports Columns

Free local handicapping seminars provide Breeders’ Cup insight

The Breeders’ Cup offers two of the best betting days of the year for horseplayers. The Daily Racing Form Breeders’ Cup Advance edition is available in all race books. You’ll need a week to get familiar with 172 horses that pre-entered into 15 championship races.

Ambassador job perfect way to lure young fans

By RICHARD ENG SPECIAL / RJ

October 18, 2013 - 12:13 am

If I were 30 years younger, I’d be tempted to send in a resume to be a brand ambassador for America’s Best Racing, sponsored by The Jockey Club.

Unfounded cheating allegation at Travers stains jockey’s reputation

By RICHARD ENG / RJ

October 16, 2013 - 3:57 pm

Last week the New York State Gaming Commission dismissed charges against jockey Luis Saez that alleged he used an illegal electrical device in winning the Travers Stakes on Will Take Charge.

Graded stakes on agenda as Breeders’ Cup draws near

October 3, 2013 - 11:10 pm

As if you hadn’t seen enough drama last weekend, this weekend offers up 20 more graded stakes. Included are eight Grade 1 races as racing’s super stars prepare for the Breeders’ Cup at Santa Anita Park on Nov. 1 and 2.