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Mucciolo: Breeders' Cup reflections; the good, bad, and ugly
I survived yet another Breeders’ Cup weekend, and I once again came out on the positive side of the ledger, albeit by a small amount. The World Thoroughbred Championships have been good to me on more occasions than not over the years, but I did leave it very late this season to find a signature win. Here are a few of my experiences from the grand weekend of racing:
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Kentucky Derby Alumni Update: Nov 9, 2021
Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks alumni came out in force at the weekend, and not just at the Breeders' Cup.
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Breeders' Cup Roundup & Results: Nov. 8, 2021
Blowout victories, thrilling photo finishes, career-defining performances—the 2021 Breeders’ Cup offered something for everyone.
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First-Crop Sires: Gun Runner into exclusive Breeders' Cup club
Four years after Gun Runner won the Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1), his first-crop daughter Echo Zulu took out the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies (G1).
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Betting takeaways from the 2021 Breeders' Cup
Breeders' Cup 2021 was interesting, to say the least, from a wagering and sporting perspective.
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Breeders' Cup stars Knicks Go, Life Is Good eye Pegasus World Cup
After Knicks Go and Life Is Good ran their rivals ragged in their respective Breeders’ Cup races on Saturday, a burning question presented itself: what might have happened if they’d squared off against each other? If all goes according to plan over the next couple of months, we’re likely to have an answer, because both are pointing to the Jan. 29 Pegasus World Cup (G1).
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How did Paulo Lobo get back to the biggest stage? He never gave up
The Brazilian-born trainer, after some down years in California, has found new life with his stable based in Kentucky.
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Scully: Betting Breeders' Cup Saturday
One of horse racing's biggest days, Breeders' Cup Saturday features a challenging nine-race sequence, and James Scully shares how he will attack it
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Hanson: Handicapping the Breeders' Cup Saturday All-Turf Pick 4
The introduction this year of an All-Turf Pick 4 wager on the Breeders' Cup Saturday program at Del Mar could not have been more timely.
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Mucciolo's Breeders' Cup Saturday single
While Audarya returns to defend her title, I am siding with another in a race that has been especially good to me over the years.
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5 under the radar horses for Breeders' Cup Saturday
In my view, the favorites look to be imposing in at least three of the races, but I feel that there are multiple events where great value could be found.
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Turf
Normally, the Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf (G1) is billed as a showdown between the American home team and the European raiders. But the 2021 renewal is introducing a third flavor to the mix.
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Barn favorite Snapper Sinclair seeking glory in Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile
Snapper Sinclair is a longshot in the Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile (G1), but he's been whiskers away from greatness before.
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Sprint
A total of nine horses will travel six panels in the $2 million Breeders’ Cup Sprint (G1) at Del Mar on Saturday.
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile
Eight horses will travel one-mile on the Del Mar main surface in Saturday’s $1 million Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile (G1).
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Tipsheet: Breeders' Cup Mile 2021
An overflow field of 16 will converge in the $2 million Breeders’ Cup Mile (G1) at Del Mar on Saturday.
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Five under the radar contenders for Breeders' Cup Friday
Four of the five major events boast deep and highly competitive fields with horses that offer great value.
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Kentucky Derby Alumni Update: Breeders' Cup week 2021
With Breeders' Cup on the horizon, there are plenty of Kentucky Derby and Oaks alumni to check in with this weekend. But, several also hit the track in the last week, making it the right time to look back and then look forward!
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Now Available: Breeders' Cup Betting Guide for 2021
Now Available: Breeders' Cup Betting Guide for 2021
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Track Update: Del Mar for Breeders' Cup Week
Just in time for Breeders' Cup, find out who comes to the Bing Crosby meet ready to fire!
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Trends, angles to note for 2021 Breeders' Cup turf races
To borrow an observation from the iconic jockey Frankie Dettori, the Europe-versus-America dynamic in the Breeders’ Cup is reminiscent of golf’s Ryder Cup. While the parallel extends to American success in a few of the turf races, others have been more evenly matched, and Europeans remain historically dominant in the 1 1/2-mile Turf (G1).
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint
A dozen juveniles dashing five furlongs on turf can be a recipe for chaotic results. But there’s a strong chance we’ll see the opposite in Friday’s $1 million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint (G1).
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf
Looking for a formidable handicapping challenge? Look no further than Friday’s 1 million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf (G1) at Del Mar.
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Hanson: How I will bet Breeders' Cup Friday
Win plays and the Late Pick 3 will be Vance Hanson's betting focus on Breeders' Cup Friday at Del Mar.
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint
The Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint (G1) is one of the best betting races of the Nov. 5-6 championships at Del Mar. These are the key contenders, including a great win candidate at a square price!
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Sprint
Gamine is the heavy favorite on the morning line for Saturday's Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Sprint (G1) at Del Mar. But is she the goods?
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf
Traditionally, the $1 million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf (G1) has been a race dominated by European raiders. Between 2007 and 2018, nine of the 12 winners prepped across the pond.
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How to bet the 2021 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies
Among the 14 Breeders’ Cup races taking place at Del Mar on Friday and Saturday, one of the trickiest to handicap is the $2 million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies (G1), and not because the field is difficult to decipher.
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Breeders' Cup Juvenile: By The Numbers
The Breeders’ Cup Juvenile has regularly produced drama and quality. Here's a by-the-numbers look at the race:
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Breeders' Cup International Scouting Report: Jasper Great
From the first crop of the late champion Arrogate, Jasper Great sports a superb pedigree as well as an imperious debut victory on the dirt at Hanshin.
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Tipsheet: Breeders' Cup Classic 2021
John Mucciolo shares picks and plays for the 2021 Breeders' Cup Classic (G1) at Del Mar.
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Tipsheet: Breeders' Cup Turf 2021
A superb and overflow field has been entered for Saturday’s $4 million Breeders’ Cup Turf (G1). The 1 1/2-mile test has a strong international flair, and in a race that has been dominated by the Euros over the years, I am expecting a similar outcome in 2021.
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Tipsheet: Breeders' Cup Distaff 2021
John Mucciolo shares picks and plays for the 2021 Breeders' Cup Distaff (G1) at Del Mar.
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Breeders' Cup 2021: Trainer Fausto Gutierrez
Trainer Fausto Gutierrez wasn't a household name until Letruska's 2021 season, but he has long had stars on his shedrow.
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Tipsheet: Breeders' Cup Juvenile 2021
John Mucciolo shares picks and plays for the 2021 Breeders' Cup Juvenile (G1) at Del Mar.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Nov. 2, 2021
Jason opens the show discussing some of the Breeders' Cup news of the day as well as the tragic death of jockey Miguel Mena. Then we welcome in trainer Chris Davis to talk about starting his first Breeders' Cup runners, training at Del Mar, the growth of his stable, and more!
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What does the draw mean for the race shape of the Breeders' Cup Classic?
One of the most compelling races of the Breeders' Cup weekend, from a pace perspective, is the Breeders' Cup Classic (G1).
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2021 Breeders' Cup Entries & Official Morning Line Odds
A list of contenders and morning line betting odds for every race for the 2021 two-day Breeders' Cup World Championships.
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2021 Breeders' Cup contenders worth considering at a price
Here is our list of longshots to watch in the upcoming two-day, Breeders' Cup fixture on Friday and Saturday.
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Breeders' Cup Roundup: Nov. 1, 2021
We’re in the homestretch now! The Breeders’ Cup will take place at Del Mar this Friday and Saturday, and final entries for the 14 championship races will be revealed shortly.
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Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies: By the Numbers
A look at the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies by the numbers.
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Breeders' Cup International Scouting Report: Loves Only You
The complete Breeders’ Cup International Scouting Report, covering Friday and Saturday, will be available on Brisnet.com early in the week. Here is a sample featuring the top contender from Team Japan, Loves Only You.
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Finding vulnerable favorites key in Breeders' Cup handicapping
Here are a few short-priced horses we'll be looking to beat on the first weekend of November at Del Mar.
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What is the most exciting juvenile Breeders' Cup race of 2021?
Get to know the leading contenders in each of the Future Stars Friday races, and then you tell us which race is the most exciting of the two-year-old races next weekend!
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Breeders' Cup post times, pre-entries and wagering menu now available
Breeders' Cup Post Times, Pre-Entries & Wager Menu Now Available!
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Analyzing the 2021 Breeders' Cup Classic pre-entries
Pre-entries for the Nov. 5-6 Breeders’ Cup were announced on Wednesday, and as usual, the Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1) has attracted a prospective field worthy of its $6 million purse.
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Breeders' Cup: Top seven Turf moments
The Breeders’ Cup Turf (G1) has served up thrillers and poignant moments over the course of its 37-year history. In the spirit of last week’s walk down memory lane for the Mile (G1), here are my top seven editions of the Turf.
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Kentucky Derby Alumni update for Oct. 25, 2021
Though we are less than two weeks from the Breeders' Cup, where several Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks horses are expected to appear, the calendar has still been busy for several other alumni within the last week.
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