Jon White's Stakes Analysis

     Jon White knows a lot about racing. He's passionate about the game. Don't believe it? Go ahead, ask him a question. It's 3-5 he'll not only know the answer but why you asked the question.

     Jon White brings to HRTV extensive experience as a television commentator at Santa Anita Park complimented by a familiarity with racing at tracks throughout North America, stemming from a 25-year career as a reporter, columnist, handicapper and chart caller with Daily Racing Form. He also has worked as a racing official at the highest level, serving in the capacity of steward at tracks in Washington state and Idaho. His background is further enriched by having spent one year as media relations manager at Lone Star Park in Texas, and by participating in the sport for three years as a licensed Thoroughbred owner.

     Jon received the 2004 Mark Kaufman Media Award from the Washington Thoroughbred  Breeders' Association "for his excellence in reporting on the Washington Thoroughbred industry and Emerald Downs." On Dec. 28, 2003, he won a Santa Anita Pick Six that paid $45,981.20 with a $120 ticket that had been displayed on HRTV. Charlie Sigrast, an HRTV viewer in Chicago, also won $45,981.20 because he saw Jon's ticket on HRTV and decided to bet it.