This Saturday, horse racing enthusiasts will have the unique opportunity to participate in a special $1 Pick 5 event that combines races from Fair Grounds and Turfway Park. Featuring an all-stakes lineup, this wagering sequence includes the Grade 2 Louisiana Derby, with a purse of $1 million, and the $777,000 Jeff Ruby Steaks (G3). Dubbed the Bayou Bluegrass Pick 5, this cross-track betting experience offers a minimum bet of $1 and a takeout rate of 15%, with a mandatory payout at the end of the sequence.

The highly anticipated series kicks off at 5:04 p.m. EDT at Fair Grounds with the prestigious $500,000 New Orleans Classic (G2). This race showcases a field of ten horses, headlined by the return of champion Sierra Leone. Following this, the action shifts to Turfway Park at 5:43 p.m. for the listed Bourbonette Oaks, featuring a competitive field of 3-year-old fillies, including White Rocks, the winner of the Cincinnati Trophy Stakes.

At 6:08 p.m., the spotlight returns to Fair Grounds for the $400,000 Fair Grounds Oaks (G2), where nine 3-year-old fillies vie for victory. Among them is the undefeated Good Cheer, who has garnered significant attention. The next leg of the sequence takes place at 6:25 p.m. with the Jeff Ruby Steaks (G3), presenting yet another oversubscribed field, led by Poster, winner of the Remsen (G2), and California Burrito, the hero of the John Battaglia Memorial.

The final race in this thrilling sequence occurs at 6:42 p.m. at Fair Grounds, culminating in the Louisiana Derby (G2). With a wide-open field of ten 3-year-olds, including John Hancock, winner of the Sam Davis Stakes, this race promises excitement and unpredictability.

Betting fans are in for a treat as the Bayou Bluegrass Pick 5 brings together some of the most exciting stakes races of the season. This innovative cross-track wagering opportunity allows participants to engage with top-tier competitions while enjoying a reduced betting minimum and favorable takeout conditions. Whether you're a seasoned bettor or a newcomer to the sport, this event offers something for everyone.