This week on the Height Differential Podcast, Nick and Neil recap an action-packed weekend across the sports world.

⛳ Ryan Fox completes a remarkable comeback to win The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale and capture his first Claret Jug.

🏇 Baby Vino pulls off a stunning upset in the Haskell Stakes as we break down what the result means for the 3-year-old division.

⚽ We also put a bow on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, discussing the tournament's biggest moments, standout performances and what this historic North American World Cup will be remembered for.

Follow the Height Differential Podcast for new episodes every week covering the biggest stories in sports with analysis, opinions and plenty of laughs.

The Haskell Stakes is here, and we're breaking down one of the biggest races of the summer from every angle.

In this episode, Nick and Neil preview the 2026 Haskell Stakes at Monmouth Park, analyzing the contenders, pace scenario and wagering opportunities. They discuss the top favorites, value plays and the horses they believe offer the best chance to win.

The guys also reveal their official selections:

• Neil backs Napoleon Solo
• Nick picks Further Ado

Whether you're looking for betting insight or simply getting ready for one of the premier Grade 1 races for 3-year-olds, this episode has everything you need before post time.

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This week on The Height Differential, Nick and Neil discuss why the new MLB Home Run Derby format was a welcome change and how it made baseball's premier power showcase more entertaining.

The conversation then shifts across the pond as they preview The Open Championship, breaking down the favorites, sleepers and storylines heading into the year's final major championship.

They wrap up the episode with a horse-by-horse preview of the Haskell Stakes, analyzing the field, discussing each contender's chances and making their picks for one of the biggest races of the summer.

Whether you're a baseball fan, golf enthusiast or horse racing handicapper, this episode has something for you.

LeBron James is moving on from the Lakers, but where will he play next? We break down the most likely landing spots and debate which team gives him the best chance to win another championship.

We also discuss the United States' 2-0 win over Bosnia & Herzegovina and the controversial red card that will keep Folarin Balogun out of the Round of 16.

Then we wrap up the show by breaking down Magnitude's impressive victory over Sovereignty in the Stephen Foster Stakes and what it means for the road to the Breeders' Cup.

🏀 Where should LeBron sign?

⚽ Was Balogun's red card deserved?

🏇 Is Magnitude now the horse to beat?

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Three of the best horses in America collide at Churchill Downs, and we're breaking down everything you need to know about the Stephen Foster Stakes.

Can Sovereignty continue his rise to the top of the sport? Does White Abarrio still have what it takes to beat the younger stars? And is Magnitude ready to prove he's the best horse in the country?

We also recap the U.S. Open and discuss Wyndham Clark's victory and the fan reaction that followed. Did golf fans cross the line, or was the criticism justified?

Plus:

🏀 Dusty May's surprising move from Michigan to the Dallas Mavericks

⚽ World Cup discussion and storylines

🌭 A determined dog in Miami goes viral in pursuit of a hot dog

🐎 Stephen Foster Stakes betting angles and predictions

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This week on Height Differential, we react to the Knicks winning their first NBA championship in decades, discuss the Hurricanes' Stanley Cup victory, break down the Louisville Kings' United Bowl title and recap Team USA's World Cup-opening win. We also preview the U.S. Open and debate whether Scottie Scheffler should be the favorite before discussing Golden Tempo's rise in the NTRA Top Thoroughbred Poll.

Horse racing fans let us hear it after Golden Tempo proved us wrong in the Belmont Stakes.

In this episode, we address our prediction head-on, discuss why Golden Tempo won, evaluate the strength of this year's 3-year-old class, debate whether he can contend in the Breeders' Cup Classic, and answer the big question: will he ever win another graded stakes race?

Plus, we break down the NBA Finals and take an early look at the upcoming World Cup.

Our complete breakdown of the field, best bets, sleepers and race predictions before Saturday's big race at Saratoga.