[May 19, 2005] Free Preakness Stakes Bet Offered on Giacomo at All Horse Racing Tweet BALTIMORE --(Business Wire)-- May 19, 2005 -- All Horse Racing, http://www.allhorseracing.com, a privately held international gaming company, today announced the second round of the Triple Crown Challenge with a free bet on the Preakness Stakes. "The Triple Crown Challenge allows the novice and expert punter to enjoy the races at Pimlico Race course online without risk," said Leonard Manley, Marketing Manager at Allhorseracing.com. Members at All Horse Racing receive a free bet on whether they think Giacomo will finish in the top 3 at Pimlico Race Course. "In a sport with surprise finishes, that's the only sure bet you'll find on race day," joked Manley. In recent memory, fans of horse racing have been stunned by the unlikely performances of two horses: Sweet Catomine, the filly and odds on favorite that finished a disappointing fifth at the Santa Anita Derby; and Giacomo, the dark horse that almost no one thought had a chance at the Kentucky Derby. The spectacular win by 50-1 odds long shot Giacomo was astounding. However, some feel that Giacomo's win was a fluke and that he will not be a factor in the second jewel of the Triple Crown. But don't count the gutsy colt out of the race just yet. Giacomo's owner, A&M Records founder Jerry Moss, thinks his horse and jockey have what it takes. "We think he's still progressing," Moss said. "He had to surmount tremendous obstacles to win the race (Derby), and we think maybe the best is yet to come." The world will find out on Saturday if Giacomo will be one step closer to winning the Triple Crown. Other companies involved with online horse racing include Magna Entertainment Corp. (NASDAQ:MECA), Youbet.com (NASDAQ:UBET), TVG Network (NASDAQ:GMST) and BrisBET.com. All Horse Racing is a privately held, international gaming company focused on the thoroughbred and harness horse racing market. Members have the ability to place wagers online or over the telephone on over 100 racetracks including Churchill Downs, Del Mar, Philadelphia Park, Pimlico Race Course and Belmont Park. With operations in Ireland, Canada, Venezuela, Antigua and Nevis, All Horse Racing also receives and utilizes the services of Sportingbet (LSE:SBT.L), a United Kingdom company which is publicly traded on the London Stock Exchange. Sportingbet is the world's largest publicly traded online betting, gambling and gaming company. More information on All Horse Racing is available at http://www.allhorseracing.com [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage ]