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EPISODE · Jun 18, 2026 · 1H 3M

Are We Wrong About This Year’s 3-Year-Olds? Weekend Race Previews & Best Bets

from VSiN At The Track, A Horse Racing Podcast · host mike somich, aaron halterman

Royal Ascot explained, Churchill Downs and Thistledown race previews featuring the Chicago Derby and Ohio Derby, plus Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman respond to backlash over last week’s Belmont Stakes 3-year-old crop debate. Follow the Podcast and Subscribe to VSiN At The Track on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNAtTheTrack?sub_confirmation=1 Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman break down a packed week in horse racing, starting with why Royal Ascot is one of the sport’s most unique global events and how handicapping it differs from U.S. racing. The guys preview weekend stakes action from Churchill Downs and Thistledown, featuring the Chicago Derby and Ohio Derby, while also looking ahead to a loaded Stephen Foster Stakes, which is shaping up as a potential Race of the Year candidate. Mike and Aaron also respond to audience comments calling them out after they declared this year’s 3-year-old crop stinks.  In This Episode • Royal Ascot explained: global prestige and handicapping differences • Churchill Downs & Thistledown weekend race previews • Chicago Derby and Ohio Derby analysis • Stephen Foster Stakes Look Ahead • 3-year-old crop debate  • Viewer comments and community reactions • Mike and Aaron’s Best Bets Race Previews Saturday, June 20 • Ohio Derby (Gr.3) — Thistledown • Chicago Derby (Gr.2)— Churchill Downs • Lady Jacqueline Stakes — Thistledown Get early access to the VSiN NFL Betting Guide with futures, win totals, and division analysis for just $175, plus full-season access to daily best bets, betting splits, and AI-powered props through the Super Bowl at VSiN.com/subscribe 👇 Subscribe to VSiN online and on social 👇 🔴 Website: https://www.vsin.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/VSiNLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vsinliveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vsinlive Get expert betting analysis, picks, and more from VSiN:https://vsin.com/subscribe📰 FREE Daily Sports Betting Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/3SLyPt2 Daily exclusive written content, Best Bets email notifications, 24/7 LIVE video access and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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