Ratings Races: Simplifying Competition, Boosting Participation
Related Episodes
Projecting Future Kentucky Derby Potential Beyond Current Performance
The 2026 Kentucky Derby prospect pool is average, with few dominant horses, suggesting value lies in identifying undeveloped talent with classic distance potential.
View Episode Notes →
Oaklawn's Jockey Surge Challenges Gulfstream's Dominance
Oaklawn Park's jockey colony strengthens, challenging Gulfstream's dominance, while major sports grapple with rising prices and attendance caps, making the Derby a unique mainstream draw.
View Episode Notes →
Racing's New Chair: Elevating Welfare, Transparency, and Growth
New Jockey Club Chair Everett Dobson champions advancing horse welfare, boosting wagering transparency, and emulating the NBA's fan engagement to propel Thoroughbred racing's growth.
View Episode Notes →
Derby Uncertainty: Ted Nafi Leads Unclear 2026 Contender Field
Uncertainty clouds the 2026 Kentucky Derby, with Ted Nafi leading a less-defined field while the Pegasus World Cup grapples with the Saudi Cup's impact on global racing.
View Episode Notes →
Godolphin Gambles on Sovereignty's Four-Year-Old Campaign for Legacy
Racing Sovereignty as a 4-year-old prioritizes long-term legacy and breeding value over immediate stud potential, a strategic gamble that could solidify his status as an all-time great.
View Episode Notes →
Kentucky Derby Prep Shifts Away From December Races
Kentucky Derby prep race strategies shift away from December races, prioritizing freshness for May peaks over early points. This evolution reflects the point system's emphasis on later, higher-value races and the physical demands on young horses.
View Episode Notes →Resources
Resources & Recommendations
Organizations & Institutions
- Equibase - Provider of thoroughbred racing data and technology.
- The Jockey Club - Organization involved in supporting thoroughbred racing initiatives.
- In the Money Media - Production company for the "On The Lead" podcast.
Websites & Online Resources
- equibase.com - Website for Equibase data and tools like Virtual Stable.
- jockeyclub.com - Website for The Jockey Club, providing information on their companies and initiatives.
- in the money podcast.com/email - Link to subscribe to the In The Money email newsletter.
- in the money podcast.com - Website with a contact button for inquiries.
- X (Twitter) handle: jockeyclub - Social media handle for The Jockey Club.
People Mentioned
- Kyle McDonnell (President and Chief Operating Officer of Equibase) - Guest discussing the Equibase ratings system.
- Chance Moquette (Senior Manager of Strategic Projects at Equibase) - Guest discussing the Equibase ratings system.
- Peter Thomas Fornatale (Host) - Co-host of the "On The Lead" podcast.
- Shannon Kelly (Co-host) - Co-host of the "On The Lead" podcast, from The Jockey Club.