Horse Racing

Horse Racing Betting: Here you will find all the latest betting news on the world's biggest horse racing events from the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes and Breeders Cup to some of the United Kingdom's most prestigious races such as the Aintree Grand National and Epsom Derby. Check back regularly for the latest horse racing odds.

2024 Kentucky Oaks Betting Odds, Preview

While the horse-racing season doesn’t actually begin in May at Churchill Downs, interest in the sport seems to increase once the best 3-year-olds get to Louisville.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Apr/24/2024

Who are the leading Contenders of the 2024 Kentucky Derby?

The competition is fiercer as the thoroughbred racing world is coming to another Kentucky Derby. Enthusiasts are making bets on the contenders as some of them are getting to the top one way or another, even before the races start. We have another historic moment in the history of the Kentucky Derby, so what we should do right now is get to know the favorable horses of this year’s race. 

Submitted by Payton on, Apr/23/2024

'Low Life' Sentenced to 7 to 15 Years for Arson That Killed 30 Race Horses

The fire occurred at a Tioga Downs Casino complex in New York back in November with a trainer who attempted to save the animals having suffered second degree burns.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/21/2024

Muth, Baffert Denied Participation in This Year's Kentucky Derby

In his ruling, Perry expressed concern about "innocent third parties" having to remove eligible horses from the Derby on May 4 to accommodate the horse trained by the Hall of Famer, whose suspension by Churchill Downs was extended through 2024.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/18/2024

Updated Odds - 2024 Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Oaks

Updated Odds - 2024 Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Oaks

With the prep races now complete, there are now 24 horses listed for the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/15/2024

Kentucky Derby Preps Betting Previews for 2024

You don’t just saunter into the starting gate at the Kentucky Derby. You have to earn your way in with solid performances (and points) in prep races. The last three major “prelims” ahead of Derby 150 at Churchill Downs all go this Saturday afternoon.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Apr/04/2024

What Are the Payout Odds for Sierra Leone to Win the Kentucky Derby?

The early payout odds for Sierra Leone to win this year's Kentucky Derby were coming in at 6-1 or a payout of $600 for every $100 bet, keeping in mind that these odds are subject to change.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/31/2024

The Road To The Winners’ Circle: Analyzing Top Kentucky Derby Prospects And Top Betting Angles

The Road to the Kentucky Derby is well underway, but there is still a long stretch to travel before post time on the First Saturday in May.

Submitted by Lindsay Griffin on, Mar/13/2024

Payout Odds on the 2024 Gotham Stakes

The road to the Kentucky Derby is getting a bit shorter, just two months until Louisville.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Mar/01/2024

Payout Odds Pegasus World Cup 2024

Bob Baffert's horse National Treasure is the favorite in Saturday's race and will pay just shy of 2-1 odds. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jan/26/2024

Racing Victoria Plots Melbourne Cup Betting Changes

Racing Victoria is aiming to push through several changes designed to make the annual Melbourne Cup Carnival more lucrative for the betting industry.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Nov/28/2023

Sports Betting, Other Events Wagering November 2023

Here are all your big games and betting events for today.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Nov/23/2023

2023 Breeders Cup Betting Odds for All Races

With the top talent from six continents and more than 16 countries, the Breeders' Cup World Championships is the premiere horse racing event of the year.

Submitted by Press Release on, Nov/02/2023

Can I Bet the Breeders Cup on the DraftKings DK Horse App From My State?

DraftKings foray into horse betting via the DK HORSE is now currently available in 18 states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, and Wyoming.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Nov/01/2023

TwinSpires Race to Mediocrity: How This Horse Book Can't Seem to Capitalize on its 'Annointed' Status

The brand is the 5th most downloaded despite having a decade's head start out of the gate.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Oct/31/2023

Latest Breeders Cup Classic Odds 2023 With 18 Horses

The Breeders’ Cup 2023 Pre-Entry Stage was completed this week, leaving a field of 14 for the Classic, as well as four "Also Eligible" horses.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Oct/27/2023

Bob Baffert Sues Social Media Influencers: Accuses Them of Extortion, Defamation

Suit claims that one of the influencers “specifically asked his followers to bring dangerous objects to hurl at Baffert and his family."

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Sep/28/2023

Jockey Club Gold Cup, Pacific Classic Betting Odds 2023

Jockey Club Gold Cup, Pacific Classic Betting Odds 2023

There are a couple of huge, million-dollar horse races set to go both sides of the continent, with some of the best horses in training competing at Saratoga and Del Mar. 

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Sep/01/2023

Arcangelo Breeders' Favorite Following Travers

Coming off an unprecedented 11-week break since his Belmont Stakes victory, Arcangelo has now firmly secured his spot as the Breeders' chalk with 7/2 (+350) odds.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Aug/27/2023

Horrors in Saratoga: Two Horses Euthanized as Death Count Rises

Two more horses died Saturday in what is becoming a horrible trend in recent months.

But no track has been as hard this summer as Saratoga.

So far this summer, seven horses have perished at the track.

New York Thunder in the $500,000 H. Allen Jerkens Memorial was among those who had to be euthanized on Saturday.

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Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Aug/26/2023

NYRABets No Power to Cancel Bets Without Commission Approval: BetMGM Plays God

NYRABets No Power to Cancel Bets Without Commission Approval: BetMGM Plays God

A Pick-5 debacle during Whitney Weekend has gamblers wishing BetMGM would have taken their bets perhaps

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/17/2023

White Abarrio Breeders Cup Payout Odds Move to 12-1 After Upset Whitney Win

The unexpected finish at the Whitney Stakes this weekend resulted in a major market move for the 2023 Breeders' Cup Classic.

Submitted by Press Release on, Aug/08/2023

2023 Whitney Stakes Betting Odds, Payouts

Saratoga’s Grade I, million-dollar Whitney Stakes takes place Saturday afternoon, a mile-and-an-eighth event (4-year-olds and older) with a small-but-select field of a half-dozen.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Aug/04/2023

Gamblers Lose Suit Against Baffert, Churchill

Gamblers Lose Suit Against Baffert, Churchill

A judge on Friday threw out a lawsuit against Bob Baffert and Churchill Downs Inc. over the results of the 2021 Kentucky Derby (G1) was dismissed in a Kentucky federal court.  The horse was disqualified after it failed a drug test.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jul/21/2023

2023 $1 Million Haskell Stakes Betting Preview

2023 $1 Million Haskell Stakes Betting Preview

It’s the marquee event of Monmouth Park’s summer season Saturday (July 22, 20023) afternoon. The William Hill Haskell Stakes, worth a cool million, goes as the 12th race on the 14-race card. Post time is set at 5:45 PM, with the program getting underway at Noon (ET).

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jul/20/2023

Could the DraftKings Sportsbook Be Coming to Florida? Don't Hold Your Breath

Could the DraftKings Sportsbook Be Coming to Florida?  Don't Hold Your Breath

Attoney Jeff Ifrah claims the Seminoles can license out to DraftKings and other sportsbook brands, thus answering concerns over competition, but why would they?

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jul/05/2023

$500,000 Ohio Derby Betting Preview

It’s the marquee event on the thoroughbred racing calendar in Ohio. the Ohio Derby at Thistledown in suburban Cleveland Saturday afternoon. While the Triple Crown races have been completed, that doesn’t mean that the excitement surrounding this sport has dissipated. 

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/21/2023

Where Can I Find Royal Ascot Betting Odds Online From Where I Live?

Where Can I Find Royal Ascot Betting Odds Online From Where I Live?

More than 600,000 people will gather in Berkshire, England, for the world's most-heralded horse racing event.  And bets will be placed across the globe.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jun/19/2023

2023 Belmont Stakes Morning Odds, Betting Preview and UFC 289 Prop Bets

Find out who horse racing expert Dick Jerardi likes in today's race.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jun/10/2023

What Happens to My Bet if Belmont is Postponed Due to Smoke?

What Happens to My Bet if Belmont is Postponed Due to Smoke?

Baseball games likely to be suspended Thursday include the White Sox-Yankees (again), Tigers-Phillies and the Diamondbacks-Nationals.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jun/08/2023

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