Mr. Money wins again in Indiana Derby
by J. Keeler Johnson In a race filled with twists, turns, and unforeseen drama, the majority of bettors walked away happy with the outcome of Saturday’s $500,000 Indiana Derby (G3) at Indiana Grand, in which […]
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Derby and Oaks highlight big Saturday at Indiana Grand
by John Mucciolo Six stakes events will be held during a big day of racing at Indiana Grand on Saturday. Purses in excess of $1 million will be on the line in the black-type events, […]
Axelrod denies Trigger Warning by a head in Indiana Derby
SHELBYVILLE, Ind. — Slam Dunk Racing’s Axelrod turned in his own version of a game-winning buzzer beater Saturday night at Indiana Grand, nailing front-running Trigger Warning in the final strides to post a 12-1 upset […]
Hillsdale: The Hoosier Hot Shot
Star power was in abundance on Kentucky Derby Day 1957 with the feature involving future Hall of Fame inductees Bold Ruler, Gallant Man, and Round Table, all of whom were famously upset by Iron Liege. […]
King Zachary enters Indiana Derby on the upswing
After notching his first stakes tally in the Matt Winn (G3), King Zachary will attempt to keep his momentum rolling in Saturday’s $500,000 Indiana Derby (G3). Nine 3-year-olds are set for the 1 1/16-mile test, […]
Best of Hanson 2017: An Anthology
The end of another year is upon us, thus time to anthologize some of my better (IMHO) takes and features published throughout 2017 at Brisnet.com. (you can find my “Best of” collections for 2015 and […]
A Day at the Races: 2017 Indiana Derby at Indiana Grand
When it comes to seating (or at worst standing room) as a first-time visitor to a racetrack, call me a snob. Whether it’s in the grandstand, a clubhouse dining room, or a press box, I […]
Irap to aim higher after dominating Indiana Derby win
SHELBYVILLE, IND. — The most improved horse in this year’s classic crop is undoubtedly Irap. A maiden as late as April, when he shockingly won the Blue Grass (G2) at 31-1, the son of Tiznow […]
Irap prohibitive 8-5 choice in 11-horse Indiana Derby
Irap has been installed as the overwhelming 8-5 morning line favorite for Saturday’s $500,000 Indiana Derby (G3) at Indiana Grand. And as the lone multiple stakes winner among 11 rivals, Irap’s odds could be much […]