The Sportsnaut Interview

Preakness 2025 Preview: Bob Ehalt on Triple Crown Drama, Journalism, & Betting Tips!

Episode Summary

We dive nose first into the 150th Preakness Stakes with Bloodhorse.com's Tom Ehalt!

Episode Notes

Join us for an exclusive interview with Bob Ehalt from Bloodhorse.com as we dive into the 150th Preakness Stakes, and all the Triple Crown drama! 🏇 Bob breaks down the impact of Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty skipping the race, why Journalism is a must-watch, and whether trainer Todd Pletcher’s River Thames could steal the show. Plus, get expert betting tips, long-shot picks, and insights on the Triple Crown schedule debate. Don’t miss this ultimate guide to the 2025 Preakness! Subscribe for more horse racing content! 🔔 

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📅 Race Date: May 17, 2025 

📍 Location: Pimlico Race Course, Baltimore, MD 

⏱️Timecodes: 

00:00 - Intro to Preakness 2025 

00:29 - Welcome Bob Ehalt from Bloodhorse.com 

00:50 - Sovereignty skips Preakness: Impact on horse racing 

03:20 - Controversy over whip violations 

05:20 - Should the Triple Crown schedule change? 

09:01 - Journalism’s significance in the Preakness 

12:49 - River Thames & Todd Pletcher’s chances 

14:02 - How a smaller field changes race tactics 

15:54 - Expected pace for the Preakness 

16:42 - Long-shot betting picks 

18:18 - Wayne Lucas’ chance at history 

18:43 - Closing thoughts & thanks to Bob Ehalt