Welcome to episode # 4 we had a ton of news this week on various topics that Michael and Jon break down. 

• Opening day at Saratoga Race Course
• Del Mar- Covid-19   
• Maximum Security 
• Bob Baffert DQ and how bettors get hosed when tracks don't cash the tickets that were originally lost on 2nd place but are now declared the winner. 
• Rick Dutrow/ Withdraws Training license application in KY 
• Tyler Gaffalione gets candid with Jon, Michael & Eddie C  
• Haskell Stakes 2020    

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Jon and Michael talk about the new acquisition of Vekoma by Spendthrift Farms a wonderful edition to an already stunning stallion lineup. Jonathan has a one on one with International Superstar Jockey Umberto Rispoli. The fellas wrap up the show talking some Keeneland Stakes action for this weekend. 

Michael Vale and Jonathan Stettin discuss a recap of last weeks stakes races then talk about why our racing superstars are retiring so early from the game. 

Vale calls out Wesley Ward and suggests various ideas on how to create incentive for great horses to run into their 4 yo seasons and beyond. With loads of stakes action on tap for this 4th of July weekend the fellas talk about select races including International. Jonathan is looking at a big price in the Investec Derby.  

Welcome to the first ever edition of the Gate To Wire Podcast presented by Past The Wire. Your hosts Jonathan Stettin and Michael Vale discuss real track bias and fake track bias along with a recap of last weeks Belmont Stakes. Both hosts dive into stakes action for the upcoming weekend including the Ohio Derby.