Animal Kingdom

The Belmont Stakes – An Amateur’s Thoughts and Predictions
The Belmont Stakes – An Amateur’s Thoughts and Predictions
The Belmont Stakes – An Amateur’s Thoughts and Predictions
Now.  I know what you're thinking.  "The Belmont?  Who cares?"  Well I care! And you should too!  Even though there is no chance of a Triple Crown winner emerging from Saturday's race, the rubber match between Shackleford and Animal Kingdom will certainly be a great watch.  Here are my thoughts on the race:
Kentucky Derby Recap, Reaction and Look Forward
Kentucky Derby Recap, Reaction and Look Forward
Kentucky Derby Recap, Reaction and Look Forward
It was a great day at Churchill.  The juleps were flowing.  The hats were huge.  The odds were long and the racing was intense. In a mild upset, Animal Kingdom won today's Run for the Roses.  I’m no expert handicapper, but I didn’t see that coming.  Neither, by the way, did a lot of those that you would call experts.  I offer you my post-race thoughts and a brief look forward.
Animal Kingdom Wins Kentucky Derby
Animal Kingdom Wins Kentucky Derby
Animal Kingdom Wins Kentucky Derby
Animal Kingdom pulled off the upset victory in the 137th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. Animal Kingdom went off as a 20-1 long-shot but still was able to cross the finish line first. Animal Kingdom was initially a 30-1 morning line long-shot but was bet down to 20-1. So how exactly did Animal Kingdom pull off the stunner?