Winning Ponies

Gary West is one of the most respected turf writers the sport has been blessed with. He always has well-studied and thought out views on racing and shares those in an elegant manner. We will be talking with Gary about the current landscape of racing and another matter close to his heart his close friendship with the recently deceased Bob Fortus in New Orleans. Gary will reflect on his times with Bob and give insights to the man behind the writing. Brisnet James Scully will join John for Arlington Park is biggest day of racing with 3 Grade 1 Stakes all of them on the turf. From it is first thrilling finish between John Henry and the Bart in 1981 the Arlington Million has been considered a premiere race nationally and internationally. The 1.25 mile turf test continues to carry a dollar 1 million purse. Like the Million, the Beverly D for fillies and mares has and quot Win and You are In and quot status and boasts a dollar 600,000 purse. Rounding out the Grade 1 trifecta is the dollar 500,000 Secretaria