We are excited to announce a renewed partnership with the fine folks and handicappers at 1/ST BET. Jeremy Plonk and Jeff Siegel will be sharing their expertise on a weekly basis to pass along some ponies that they like for races at various tracks around the country, including Turfway Park.

For this Thursday, December 5 article, Jeff Siegel shares everything you need to know for the racing card at Turfway Park.

Turfway Park | Race 5 | 7:55 pm ET

#8 Jitterbug (5-2 morning line odds) could get the $155K carryover late pick 5 off to a successful start. The supremely bred daughter of Triple Crown winner Justify is out of an AP Indy mare, which means there’s a ton of stamina for the testing, 1-1/4 miles distance of this race. Lean on pedigree and class at these trips — and excuse her last dull effort from a poor post position. Win bet #8.

Turfway Park | Race 7 | 8:55 pm ET

#2 Comedic Timing (8-1 morning line odds) won both of his 2024 starts at Turfway Park last winter. Notable that trainer Tim Girten claimed this one in October at Presque Isle Downs, then ran in a protected race, perhaps with an eye at a Turfway return for a more lucrative purse. Drawn beautifully and should save ground. Win-place bet #2.