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Horse Racing Questions You Were Embarrassed to Ask

Horse racing is a world of its own, and every racing fan has a few questions when they first dive into the sport (and sometimes after they’ve been in it for a while!). Here are the answers to 22 questions that perhaps you were too embarrassed to ask.

1. How many times can a horse run in the Triple Crown races?

'The Winner's Circle' Features Hall of Fame Trainer Bob Baffert

Featuring America’s Best Racing’s deep roster of talented contributors, including former ESPN SportsCenter weekend anchor now-turned radio personality Bram Weinstein, who serves as the host of “The Winner’s Circle”; Joe Kristufek, paddock analyst at fabled Churchill Downs; and Dan Tordjman, “The Winner’s Circle” presented by SB Nation Radio brings together these accomplished racing insiders to share their knowledge, tips, insights, and opinions by offering a unique, weekly perspective of our sports landscape.

Racehorse Owner Jim Rome Nominated to Radio Hall of Fame, Voting Now Open

Jim Rome, a nationally syndicated sports radio personality and Thoroughbred owner who has become one of the sport’s leading advocates, was nominated to the National Radio Hall of Fame, and you can vote for him to be inducted now at radiovote.com.

Did You Know Liquor Ads Were Once Banned?

Have you’ve ever wondered why whiskey brands advertise less than beer? Or why whiskey models wear more threads than scantily clothed beer ladies?

The reasons may surprise you.

When it comes to alcohol advertising, the American federal government only restricts false claims, but the distilled spirits industry vigorously polices itself.

In fact, spirits businesses self-imposed a TV ban, says Frank Coleman, senior vice president of public affairs and communications for the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States.

The mint julep is a Kentucky Derby staple.

Mint Julep: Don’t Screw It Up

It’s Kentucky Derby time and that means mint juleps.

And this may come as a surprise: Many Kentuckians hate the mint julep.

In fact, a Louisville reporter once reached out to me digging for dirt on the julep. The fact is, most people make the julep all wrong.

If your julep tastes like Crest toothpaste, then it’s time to make them differently.

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