Dave Bontempo, Author at Horse Racing News & Events

Big Names, Big Fields, Big Purses Make For Big Racing This Weekend

Big things are happening in horse racing this weekend at tracks across the nation. From Saratoga to Del Mar, bettors are hoping to cash in.

Posted on: July 30, 2022 | | Dave Bontempo

Go Big Or Go Small, But Whatever You Do, Head To The Track This Weekend For Impressive Lineups

Horse racing enthusiasts will enjoy the plethora of action happening at large tracks coast to coast and a few smaller ones in the middle.

Posted on: July 23, 2022 | | Dave Bontempo

Here For The Views — Saturday’s Race Card Is A Sweeping Panorama Of Betting Potential

It's not just opening weekend of Saratoga's Summer Meet; Saturday horse racing around the nation offers a wide variety for bettors.

Posted on: July 16, 2022 | | Dave Bontempo

The 2021 Saratoga schedule includes 20 Grade 1 races for the summer meet. The Travers headlines one of the biggest days of racing, Aug 28.

Slammin’ Saratoga — A Look At A Classic Meet Loaded For Nationwide Gamblers

The sounds of summer have arrived for the Saratoga racing meet, which begins on Thursday and features 77 races over seven weeks.

Posted on: July 11, 2022 | | Dave Bontempo

A solo horse running on the wide dirt track at Belmont Park

Here Comes the Turf Triple — Grass Racing Celebrates Its Own Triple Crown

Turf lovers will celebrate the racing circuit, kicking off this weekend at Belmont Park, and we take a look at the Haskell Stakes on July 23.

Posted on: July 8, 2022 | | Dave Bontempo

Churchill Dynamite — Every Race A Winner On Loaded Saturday Card

Churchill Downs has a packed card Saturday, with a dozen races boasting six-figure purses. Bettors can access the action nationwide via TVG.

Posted on: July 2, 2022 | | Dave Bontempo

Belmont Stakes Odds Saturday horse racing

Run For The Money: Nationwide Bettors Look To Pick Their Spots In Diverse Weekend Lineup

The last of Saturday horse racing for June commences this weekend. Check out the Ohio Derby and the Mother Goose for the action.

Posted on: June 24, 2022 | | Dave Bontempo

There’s Plenty Of Action Around The Country, But Monmouth Park Is Looking Hot

There's plenty of horse racing action this Father's Day weekend. Monmouth Park is heating up with the return of Hot Rod Charlie.

Posted on: June 16, 2022 | | Dave Bontempo

No Triple Crown Winner? No Problem. New York Track Serves As Racing Industry Pioneer

Belmont Park presents a stellar card for bettors Saturday in spite of Triple Crown potential dashed when Rich Strike skipped the Preakness.

Posted on: June 10, 2022 | | Dave Bontempo

Saturday Smorgasbord Gives Bettors A Ticket-Cashing Avenue

With no major races on the schedule this weekend, Saturday horse racing opportunities can still be found in smaller races around the country.

Posted on: June 4, 2022 | | Dave Bontempo

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Big Names, Big Fields, Big Purses Make For Big Racing This Weekend

Go Big Or Go Small, But Whatever You Do, Head To The Track This Weekend For Impressive Lineups

Here For The Views — Saturday’s Race Card Is A Sweeping Panorama Of Betting Potential

Slammin’ Saratoga — A Look At A Classic Meet Loaded For Nationwide Gamblers

Here Comes the Turf Triple — Grass Racing Celebrates Its Own Triple Crown

Churchill Dynamite — Every Race A Winner On Loaded Saturday Card

Run For The Money: Nationwide Bettors Look To Pick Their Spots In Diverse Weekend Lineup

There’s Plenty Of Action Around The Country, But Monmouth Park Is Looking Hot

No Triple Crown Winner? No Problem. New York Track Serves As Racing Industry Pioneer

Saturday Smorgasbord Gives Bettors A Ticket-Cashing Avenue

Big Names, Big Fields, Big Purses Make For Big Racing This Weekend

‘Win And You’re In’ Races Provide Breeders’ Cup Players A Solid Preview

Go Big Or Go Small, But Whatever You Do, Head To The Track This Weekend For Impressive Lineups

The ‘War By The Shore’ Attracts 8 Entries For $1 Million Haskell

Here For The Views — Saturday’s Race Card Is A Sweeping Panorama Of Betting Potential

Talk About A Long Shot — Rich Strike Rallies For Stunning Upset To Win 2022 Kentucky Derby

Kentucky Derby Top Horses, Favorites And Profiles

Road to the Kentucky Derby — Blue Grass Stakes Preview And Top Win Contenders

Road To The Kentucky Derby — Santa Anita Derby Preview And Top Win Contenders

Betting Strategies: 100-Point Kentucky Derby Prep Races Offer Big Fields, Big Value