Introduction to Weekend Winners
Welcome to the place to go for weekend best bets and spot plays from veteran handicapper and tournament-play pioneer. Check back every week for a couple of highlighted selections designed to help you cash a few bets and make some money. The selections have been featured in various media outlets, including print and online publications, as well as on television and radio.
Six Beginner Betting Tools
To get started with betting, here are six essential tools to keep in mind:
- Start simple: Begin with an easy guide for how to bet on horse racing.
- Horse racing terminology: Understand the language of horse racing to make informed decisions.
- Speed figures: Learn about speed figures and how they can help you make better bets.
- Betting dos and don’ts: Familiarize yourself with the dos and don’ts of betting on horse racing.
- Lessons learned: Learn from the mistakes of others to improve your betting strategy.
- Gambling calculator: Use a calculator to figure out how much each bet will cost in advance.
Churchill Downs Racing
The fall racing season at Churchill Downs is in full swing, and the track has put together a stellar 11-race card for the Saturday before Thanksgiving. The card is topped by the $300,000, Grade 3 Commonwealth Turf Stakes and features several other highly bettable races with full fields.
Saturday, November 22
Churchill Downs, Race 9
The $76,000 purse claiming race, post time 4:55 p.m. ET, is a good betting opportunity. The standout contender, #9 Timing Difference, is being overlooked in the morning line at odds of 6-1. This horse is the one to beat in this field, having run a promising third two starts ago and earning a speed figure that stands tall over today’s competition.
The Play
Bet on #9 Timing Difference to win and play him in exacta and trifecta boxes with #8 Good Lord and #10 Colonel Caliente. Start a daily double going to the Commonwealth Turf by keying #9 Timing Difference in this race with #2 Troubleshooting, #3 Montador, #6 Mansetti, and #9 Flying Mohawk in race 10.
Commonwealth Turf Stakes
The Grade 3 Commonwealth Turf Stakes has drawn a fascinating 11-horse field of 3-year-old turf horses set to race 1 1/16 miles on the Churchill grass course. The field is loaded with contenders and a couple of X-factors who will make this race interesting to watch and wager on.
The Play
Bet on #2 Troubleshooting to win and play him in exacta and trifecta boxes with #3 Montador and #6 Mansetti.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the weekend’s racing at Churchill Downs offers several exciting opportunities for betting. By following the beginner’s betting tools and analyzing the contenders in the Commonwealth Turf Stakes, you can make informed decisions and potentially cash in on your bets. Remember to stay up to date with the latest news and trends in horse racing to improve your chances of success. Good luck with your bets!
