Paul Bergeron, Author at Horse Racing News & Events

Horses race around the track at the Saudi Cup

At The Saudi Cup And The Rebel Stakes, The Long Shots Ran Away With The Purse

For seasoned bettors, this weekend's races were like nails on a chalkboard. Victories were earned by the long shots, with handsome payouts.

Posted on: March 1, 2022 | | Paul Bergeron

Baffert Legal Team Dealt A Significant Blow In Medina Spirit DQ Case

The Kentucky stewards upheld their suspension of trainer Bob Baffert for use of illegal steroids on Medina Spirit in the 2021 Kentucky Derby.

Posted on: February 28, 2022 | | Paul Bergeron

Kentucky Disqualifies Medina Spirit, Hands Baffert A Fine And 90-Day Suspension

Kentucky has disqualified Medina Spirit's 2021 Kentucky Derby win, and trainer Bob Baffert has received a fine and 90-day suspension.

Posted on: February 22, 2022 | | Paul Bergeron

Another Week, Another Top-Rated Horse: Epicenter Dominates Risen Star

The first 50-point qualifier on the Road to the Kentucky Derby. Here's a look at who we think is headed for Churchill Downs this week.

Posted on: February 21, 2022 | | Paul Bergeron

A white knight chess piece with a knocked over piece

Heading Into The First Week Of High-Point Derby Prep Races, Skeptics Remain Hesitant In Picking A Favorite

Looking at the Derby Prep races, which move to the 50 and 100 point races this weekend, here are this week's Derby Dozen.

Posted on: February 16, 2022 | | Paul Bergeron

Kentucky Derby Medina Spirit, Baffert Fate Still Undetermined

Hearing Yields No Decision On Fate Of Medina Spirit’s 2021 Kentucky Derby Win

Trainer Bob Baffert’s lawyers argue that the drug betamethasone was rubbed onto, not injected into, Medina Spirit and was therefore legal.

Posted on: February 16, 2022 | | Paul Bergeron

A Look At Our 2022 Kentucky Derby Dozen — Minus Baffert — As High-Point Qualifiers Loom On The Horizon

With Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert currently ineligible to run at Churchill Downs, we look at contenders in this week's Derby qualifiers.

Posted on: February 9, 2022 | | Paul Bergeron

Knicks Go heads to the starting line for his final race at the 2022 Pegasus World Cup Championship

‘A Thrill to Watch,’ Knicks Go Retires After Runner-Up Finish in Pegasus World Cup

Knicks Go, the presumed 2021 Horse of the Year, had two Breeders’ Cup wins and nearly $10 million in earnings.

Posted on: February 1, 2022 | | Paul Bergeron

Jockey Irad Ortiz Jr. strokes the head of Life Is Good, after winning the 2022 Pegasus World Cup

Pletcher, Life Is Good, Favorites Dominate at Pegasus World Cup Championships

The 2022 Pegasus World Cup was dominated by favorites Knicks Go, Life Is Good, jockey Irad Ortiz Jr. and trainer Todd Pletcher.

Posted on: January 31, 2022 | | Paul Bergeron

Gulfstream Park to Debut Its Third Surface This Week

Gulfstream Park’s new synthetic track debuts on Thursday, and many bettors are likely to be cautious while assessing the Tapeta surface.

Posted on: September 29, 2021 | | Paul Bergeron

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At The Saudi Cup And The Rebel Stakes, The Long Shots Ran Away With The Purse

Baffert Legal Team Dealt A Significant Blow In Medina Spirit DQ Case

Kentucky Disqualifies Medina Spirit, Hands Baffert A Fine And 90-Day Suspension

Another Week, Another Top-Rated Horse: Epicenter Dominates Risen Star

Heading Into The First Week Of High-Point Derby Prep Races, Skeptics Remain Hesitant In Picking A Favorite

Hearing Yields No Decision On Fate Of Medina Spirit’s 2021 Kentucky Derby Win

A Look At Our 2022 Kentucky Derby Dozen — Minus Baffert — As High-Point Qualifiers Loom On The Horizon

‘A Thrill to Watch,’ Knicks Go Retires After Runner-Up Finish in Pegasus World Cup

Pletcher, Life Is Good, Favorites Dominate at Pegasus World Cup Championships

Gulfstream Park to Debut Its Third Surface This Week

Betting Strategies: An Intriguing Late Pick Four Saturday at Churchill Downs

A Salute To Memorial Day — Horse Racing Events Happening At Tracks From Coast To Coast

Early Voting Checks All The Right Boxes In Winning The Preakness

Filly Secret Oath Chases Preakness History for Trainer D. Wayne Lukas

Betting Strategies: Focusing On Preakness Day’s Late Pick Five Races At Pimlico

Talk About A Longshot — 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