Fourteen Twitter Accounts to Follow for the Louisiana Derby
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Just days away from the Grade 2 $750,000 Louisiana Derby, the featured race of the Fair Grounds meet in New Orleans, we're focusing on some of the key Twitter accounts to follow. The following are great accounts to monitor for updates on the big race, photos, and a lot more.
1. @Fairgroundsnola
The Fair Grounds official Twitter account is a great source for everything related to the Louisiana Derby and the fanfare surrounding the race. You'll also find a lot of great photos coming from this account.
2. @Brianwspencer
Brian Spencer is a racing analyst and handicapper at the Fair Grounds. He's also a great guy. Follow him for insight on who looks good in the paddock, betting tips and some more great photos from the track.
3. @DRFHersh
Marcus Hersh is an extremely sharp and witty correspondent for the Daily Racing Form at Fair Grounds. His Twitter posts will include updates on how the race is shaping up and links to other stories that develop during the course of the week.
4. @AdolphsonRacing
Michael Adolphson is a racing analyst, as well as a notes writer and media specialist at Fair Grounds. Working in that capacity takes Michael behind the scenes and he's great at sharing photos on Twitter of the horses and people he meets on the backstretch.
5. @_MiguelMena_
Miguel Mena is one the leading jockeys at the Fair Grounds. He also rides LeComte Stakes and Risen Star Stakes winner International Star, who will be the favorite in the Louisiana Derby.
6. @KRLangston1965
Kim Langston is another must-follow for photos at Fair Grounds, from the backstretch to the finish line.
7. @BeychokRacing
If you're looking for a sharp opinion of who to bet and who not to bet, then you can't do any better than National Handicapping Champion Michael Beychok. Not only does "Chok" know his stuff, in general, he's Louisiana-based and Fair Grounds is his home track.
8. @JohnGDooley
John G. Dooley is the voice of Fair Grounds, as the track's commentator. He's a must-follow for updates on race day, race results and interesting observations from his booth above the track.
9. @JoeTalamo
Although he's based in California, jockey Joe Talamo will be an interesting person to follow as he makes his return to his native Louisiana to ride Kentucky Derby hopeful War Story.
10. @NOLASports
The sports account for The Times-Picayune in New Orleans. You can also get updates and a race recap on the paper's horse racing page here.
11. @GeoffWorden
If you want the scoop on things to do, places to see and food to eat in New Orleans, ABR contributing food and lifestyle writer Geoff Worden is a great resource. He's also a big racing fan and a great guy. Check out his "Playing Hooky at Fair Grounds" blog.
12. @TeamDonegal
Donegal Racing owns Keen Ice, one of the real buzz horses on the Derby scene and top contenders in the Louisiana Derby. Donegal also runs a very fun Twitter account, which will be sure to feature some great photos and updates from the track on Saturday.
13. @James_D_Graham
James Graham not only rides Keen Ice, he is also the leading jockey at the Fair Grounds. He's a very colorful personality and one to keep an eye on heading into the weekend.
14. @ABRLive
As with all major Derby prep races, you can count on the official Twitter account of America's Best Racing. From the racing itself to fashion tips (like our "Dressing for the Lousiana Derby on Any Budget" blog), we've got you covered.