PTF kicks off the show with Brian Skirka of Monmouth Park as they go over the particulars and the highlights of the 2025 Monmouth Park meet.

Next up, PTF and JK tackle the Opening Day Late Pick 5.

Takeaways:

• The Monmouth Park meet for 2025 is set to commence with a robust schedule, featuring 50 race days from May through September, thus ensuring ample opportunities for horse racing enthusiasts.
• Brian Skirka elucidated the various wagering options available this season, including the introduction of a middle pick five, which enhances the betting experience for patrons.
• Opening Day at Monmouth Park promises to be an exhilarating affair, with a plethora of events and contests, including the Pick Your Prize handicapping challenge, ensuring engagement for all attendees.
• The podcast highlighted the significance of Haskell Day, scheduled for July 19th, as a premier event, showcasing top-tier racing and numerous graded stakes races for participants to enjoy.
• Listeners are encouraged to partake in the various contests throughout the season, as these events provide valuable opportunities for aspiring players to qualify for prestigious tournaments like the NHC and BCBC.
• The camaraderie and community at Monmouth Park are emphasized, with the hosts expressing their enthusiasm for the racing season and the various activities that enhance the overall experience at the track.

Links referenced in this episode:

• monmouthpark.com
• inthemoneypodcast.com

In The Money's Mikee P and Ray Cotolo are joined by Yonkers Raceway's Edison Hatter and the Daily Racing Form's Derick Giwner to break down harness racing stakes action at Yonkers Raceway on Friday (May 9), headlined by the $516,000 MGM Borgata Series Final -- the first Grade 1 stake on the harness racing calendar.

The group also previews the sequence for the $20,000 guaranteed Pick 5, which starts in Race 5 and goes through Race 9.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They lead with the news that Kieren Shoemark has lost his job as number one rider to the Gosdens following his ride on Field of Gold. Thady Gosden explains the decision. Also today, NBC's Randy Moss on Sovereignty missing the Preakness and the future of the Triple Crown, plus Adrien Cugnasse on a political storm engulfing French racing, and JA McGrath reports from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by The Mirror's David Yates to discuss the latest from the world of horse racing. Special guest today is Lachlan Fitt, co-founder of the Global Jockeys' Challenge that is set to make a significant entry on to the scene in 2026. Nick and Dave debate whether the concept can capture the public imagination. Also on today's show, reflections on Bank Holiday action plus the decision to move Derby declarations to 72 hours. Ned Toffey from Spendthrift Farm celebrates another Kentucky Derby winner from their supersire Into Mischief, while Timeform's Dan Barber puts the Guineas performances into context.

PTF is back with a trio of guests to recap this year's wildly successful return of the Kentucky Derby Betting Challenge on Twinspires.com.

First up, he speaks with the winner, Frank Mustari, who talks about the thrill of winning his first major and details the strategy of exactly how he did so, thanks to impressive runs from Sovereignty, Journalism, and Baeza.

Next up, tournament director Darin Zoccali gives us an overview of the event and tells us what comes next over at Twinspires.com tournaments, with information about the Stephen Foster Betting Challenge and the all-new Twinspires.com Tournaments Tour.

Last but certainly not least, Henry Karsen shares the amazing tale of how he turned $50 into $50,000 via this year's tourney. Henry, in addition to being a betting contest regular, provides the handicapping for Tampa Bay for Fat Bald Guy racing.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to reflect on a tremendous weekend of sport, during which the Godolphin ownership scooped all four intercontinental Classics, the 1000 and 2000 Guineas, plus the Kentucky Derby and Oaks. They are joined by Godolphin MD Hugh Anderson, Kentucky Derby winning rider Junior Alavarado, double-Classic placed trainer Ollie Sangster, and Adam Mills from Total Performance Data. Plus, Nick and Lydia discuss the reaction to the ride on Field of Gold in the 2000 Guineas, Francis Graffard's view on geldings in the Arc, the balance of the three racedays at Newmarket and much more.

Mikee P and Nick Tammaro recap some of the important races this weekend at Churchill Downs presented by the KTDF. The G1 Kentucky Derby, the G1 Kentucky Oaks, as well as G1 Churchill Downs highlight the show with a look forward toward the second leg of the Triple Crown the Preakness Stakes.

Spencer guest hosts for PTF and brings 3 amazing guests along with him

Marshall Sterling goes over the Santa Anita late pick 4

Ray Cotolo talks about the 100K guaranteed woodbine early pick 5

and Alex Henry goes over some exciting JRA G1 racing for after the Derby on Saturday night

An annual Kentucky Derby tradition! Billy and Michelle hit on this year's Contenders and Pretenders in the first leg of the Triple Crown.

PTF hosts Paul and Duke Matties as they give their thoughts onthe Kentucky Oaks and Derby cards.