The upcoming weekend in North American horse racing is set to be a thrilling event, with two qualifying points preps taking center stage on the Road to the 2025 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve. These races offer a great opportunity for horses and jockeys to earn valuable qualifying points and make their mark in the world of horse racing.

Highlighted Races

The Remington Springboard Mile will be held on Friday evening, December 13, at Remington Park. This race is known for its high level of competition and attracts some of the best horses in the region. The Los Alamitos Futurity, on the other hand, takes place at Los Alamitos Race Course on Saturday, December 14. Both races offer qualifying points to the 151st Kentucky Derby on a 10-5-3-2-1 basis to the top five finishers.

Remington Springboard Mile

This race is a must-watch for horse racing fans. The track at Remington Park is known for its fast surface and challenging turns, which make it a true test of a horse's speed and agility. The Remington Springboard Mile attracts a diverse field of horses, ranging from up-and-coming youngsters to seasoned veterans. The competition is fierce, and the outcome is always in doubt until the very last moment.The jockeys who ride in this race are some of the best in the business. They know how to handle the fast-paced action and make split-second decisions that can make all the difference in the outcome of the race. The Remington Springboard Mile is not only a test of a horse's physical abilities but also a test of the jockey's skill and experience.

Los Alamitos Futurity

The Los Alamitos Futurity is another highly anticipated race on the weekend's schedule. Los Alamitos Race Course is known for its beautiful facilities and world-class racing. The Los Alamitos Futurity attracts a large field of horses, and the competition is intense.The race features some of the most promising young horses in the country. These horses are carefully bred and trained to compete at the highest level, and the Los Alamitos Futurity is their chance to shine. The jockeys who ride in this race are also some of the best in the business, and they know how to get the most out of their mounts.The Los Alamitos Futurity is not only a great race to watch but also an important event in the world of horse racing. It provides a platform for young horses to showcase their talents and earn valuable qualifying points for the Kentucky Derby.

TV and Radio Coverage

Both the Remington Springboard Mile and the Los Alamitos Futurity will be shown live on FanDuel TV, along with action from tracks such as Gulfstream Park, Fair Grounds, Turfway Park, and Woodbine. Woodbine wraps up its 2024 meet on Sunday, December 15.Live racing from Aqueduct and Oaklawn Park will be shown on “America’s Day at the Races” three days this week: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The program will air on FS1 and FS2 this week – check the below schedule for times.Horse racing from tracks around the world is available to subscribers on Racetrack Television Network (RTN), which can be livestreamed on all devices (computer, tablet and smartphone) and on TV via DISH Network, Amazon Fire and Roku.Here are the listings of this week’s horse racing coverage on TV and radio:TV ScheduleDateProgramTimeNetwork/Social MediaDecember 12Live coverage of horse racingpost time variesFanDuel TVDecember 12Live coverage of horse racingpost time variesRacetrack Television NetworkDecember 13“America’s Day at the Races”3 p.m.-6 p.m.FS2December 13Live coverage of horse racingpost time variesFanDuel TVDecember 13Live coverage of horse racingpost time variesRacetrack Television NetworkDecember 14“America’s Day at the Races”3 p.m.-6 p.m.FS1December 14Live coverage of horse racingpost time variesFanDuel TVDecember 14Live coverage of horse racingpost time variesRacetrack Television NetworkDecember 15“America’s Day at the Races”2:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.FS1December 15Live coverage of horse racing including closing day at Woodbinepost time variesFanDuel TVDecember 15Live coverage of horse racingpost time variesRacetrack Television NetworkNote: All times listed are EasternRadio ScheduleDateProgramTimeNetworkDecember 12At The Races with Steve Byk9 a.m.Thoroughbred Radio NetworkDecember 121/ST BET Racing Show4 p.m.HRRNDecember 12Brisnet Call-In Show6 p.m.HRRNDecember 13At The Races with Steve Byk9 a.m.Thoroughbred Radio NetworkDecember 13Betting with Bobby4 p.m.HRRNDecember 13AmWager Weekend Stakes Preview6 p.m.HRRNDecember 14Equine Forum Presented by TwinSpires8 a.m.HRRNNote: All times listed are Eastern