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Cleveland's Tom Rapps Wins Kentucky Downs' King Of The Turf Handicapping Championship

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Cleveland's Tom Rapps Wins Kentucky Downs' King Of The Turf Handicapping Championship

Rapps won the third of the three live-money online contests with a bankroll of $5,709. Jeff Bussan finished second at $4,319.37. Rapps received $11,550 as a cash prize and a berth in the National Horseplayers Championship. The 2023 NHC is set for March 10-12 at Horseshoe Las Vegas. Rapp's favorite track is Kentucky Downs. He's always liked horses. His business is building materials sale. he re-engaged with online handicapping tournaments during the height of COVID.

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