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Front Office Sports' Amanda Christovich joins Sportsnaut's Scott Gulbransen to explain the NCAA's multimillion-dollar lobbying effort to save amateurism. College athletes recently obtained the ability to be paid from NIL deals and could win more earning opportunities in the near future. The NCAA and Power 5 have coordinated a campaign in Congress to go against future reforms and restore amateurism in College Athletics.

ESPN WNBA reporter Alexa Philippou talks to Sportsnaut about Caitlin Clark's potential to be an All-Star in her rookie season and the impact she will have on the Fever. She also explains why the Aces are still the team to beat, who is a dark horse in the 2024 WNBA season, if a strike could be looming later this year, and more.

Steve Byk of "At The Races" on Sirius XM joins Scott Gulbransen to preview the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. He discusses the favorites including Fierceness and Sierra Leone, and also gives some sleeper picks in Honor Marie and Just a Touch. Byk also discusses the suspension of horse racing legend Bob Baffert.

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