PTF is back with an in-depth look at the first -- and in many ways best - day of Royal Ascot. His guests are Callum Helliwell (@Cal_Helliwell) of Sky Sports Racing and regular ITM contributor Michael Adolphson (@AdolphsonRacing).

For MUCH more about Royal Ascot week, including more free tips and analysis and betting advice -- as well as news about a new way to play Royal Ascot via a betting competition, make sure you check out our special area on the website. Bookmark that page and check back daily.

Another loaded Players' Podcast coming to the airwaves this week starting with a look at Woodbine's Late Pick 4 sequence for Saturday (June 14) with host Mikee P joined by handicapper Jackson Muniz.

Later, PTF from his abode abroad ahead of Royal Ascot ganders alongside JK at the All-Stakes Pick 5 & Pick 4 sequence on Haskell Preview Day (Saturday, June 14) at Monmouth Park. Haskell Preview Day also is the focus of a special contest over at horsetourneys.com, where for just $1 you can enter to play for a chance to earn a seat for the Haskell Day Betting Challenge next month.

Mikee P hosts the concluding segment and has Alex Henry back to look at the last Grade 1 of the 2025 Spring Session in Japan, the Takarazuka Kinen at Hanshin Racecourse.

Mikee P. hosts Nick Tammaro for a look at the $1 Turf Pick 3 from Horseshoe Indy Thursday June 12, 2025.

Mikee P grabs Will Humphrey this week to look at the late Pick 4 on Tuesday night at Assiniboia Downs. The bet carries a $50,000 Guarantee and a low 19% Takeout with a $1 minimum.

PTF and JK are back with you with an in-depth conversation about this year's Belmont Stakes Racing Festival at Saratoga with thoughts on Sovereignty, Journalism, Baeza and many of the undercard races.

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PTF and JK engage in a thorough examination of the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival held at Saratoga, delving into the impressive performance of Sovereignty, who triumphed decisively in the Belmont Stakes, achieving a remarkable buyer speed figure of 109. Their discourse also encompasses the noteworthy contributions of Journalism and Baeza, illuminating their respective roles in the racing narrative this year. Throughout the episode, they reflect on the intricacies of the undercard races, providing insights into the strategies and performances that shaped the outcomes. As they analyze the implications of these results, they express a sense of satisfaction with the current state of the Triple Crown, emphasizing the significance of the rivalries that have emerged. This episode promises to enrich the listener's understanding of the racing landscape, as they navigate the complexities of this celebrated event in equestrian sport.

PTF and JK are back with you with an in-depth conversation about this year's Belmont Stakes Racing Festival at Saratoga with thoughts on Sovereignty, Journalism, Baeza and many of the undercard races.

Takeaways:

• The Belmont Stakes showcased Sovereignty's remarkable performance, establishing him as a potential superstar in the horse racing world.
• The discussions surrounding the decisions made by Godolphin regarding Sovereignty's racing schedule raised important questions about horse management and legacy.
• The rivalry between Sovereignty and Journalism has the potential to shape the future of horse racing narratives and outcomes.
• Baeza's performance in the Belmont Stakes highlighted the complexities of racing dynamics and competition among elite horses.
• The emotional weight of Miguel Clement's first win as a trainer was a poignant reminder of personal connections in the sport.
• The Belmont Stakes results reaffirmed the significance of analyzing race dynamics and the impact of training decisions on outcomes.

Links referenced in this episode:

• horsetourneys.com
• horseplayers.com
• twinspires.com
• twinspires.com
• twinspires.com
• twinspires.com
• youtube.com
• 10strikeracing.com
• inthemoneypodcast.com

Companies mentioned in this episode:

• Monmouth Park
• horsetourneys.com
• horseplayers.com
• Twinspires.com
• Godolphin
• Coolmore

Mikee P. hosts veteran horseplayer Chris Cupples and upstart Jackson Muniz for a look at the Late Pick 5 at Churchill Downs for Sunday, June 8th with a Carryover of over $241,000

PTF kicks off the show with Double D (Darren DeLucia) as they go over the last five races from Monmouth on Saturday.

Next up, Mikee P takes the reins as he and Alex Henry go over the G1 Yasuda Kinen in Japan on Sat night/Sun morning.

The show closes with PTF getting thoughts from JK on the Belmont Racing Festival Pick 6 sequence on Saturday at Saratoga.

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In a memorable edition of the show, Duke Matties and Sean Boarman do not hold back their feelings even one bit about the decision to hold back Soevreignty from the Preakness or the effect of late odds-dops on horseplayers. They also give MANY great wagering ideas for the Saturday Saratoga card.

This is a show you don't want to miss.

Mikee P and Nick Tammaro kick off Belmont Stakes Week at Saratoga with a look at the NY Bred Stakes on NY Bred Showcase Day at Saratoga, Wednesday, June 4, 2025. The Late Pick 5 is covered along with the other NY Bred Stakes on the card sponsored by the NY Thoroughbred Breeders.

Mikee and Nick return for the Late Pick 5 Wednesday at Horseshoe Indy with 2 Indiana Bred Stakes on the card.

PTF grabs JK for a Belmont Update and his Pick Your Prize Victory Lap!

PTF and JK are back here with you to answer your questions about the In the Money Horseplayers' Tour.

They also go over the last six races on Friday of the Belmont Racing Festival at Saratoga with an eye towards which runners they'd be apt to use in the ITM Horseplayers' contest happening that day.

The contest, which costs $20 to play, is a feeder for the Breeders' Cup Betting Challenge and the house cut will be donated to the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga.

The top four finishers each week will advance to the playoffs this fall, and the winner of those playoffs win win a $10,000 Breeders' Cup Betting Challenge at no additional cost.

You can sign up to play here.