Sport of Kings Podcast

E363 Churchill Downs Races on 5/30/26 – Analysis AND Betting Discussion

Episode Summary

This week I am joined by special guest Jason Beem, author, podcaster and race caller at Tampa Bay Downs and Colonial Downs about races 7-11, which include 5 graded stakes on Saturday, May 30th, 2026. The show, sponsored by AmWager, will focus on finding AND exploiting value. We will talk about our strongest handicapping opinions and how we might leverage those opinions using optimal betting strategies.

Episode Notes

Timestamp for Sport of Kings Episode 363, sponsored by AmWager. Host Christopher Larmey is joined by a special guest Jason Beem, author, podcaster and race caller at Tampa Bay Downs and Colonial Downs about races 7-11, which include 5 graded stakes on Saturday, May 30th, 2026.  

2 – Introduction

5 – Derby/Preakness/Belmont discussion  

10 - Jason's basic approach

17- Discussion of new book Betting on Horse$

26 - CD Wagering Menu

27 – CD Race 7 (G3 Mint Julep)

36 – CD Race 8 (G3 Aristides) 

42 – CD Race 9 (G3 Regret)

53 – CD Race 10 (G3 Blame)

1:07 – CD Race 11 (G3 Arlington)

1:20 - Spot Play CD 4th Race (strong allowance)

1:22 - Best Play & possible approach to the 15%, $3, late P3

1:28- Questions from listeners