Mr. Tanzillo was born and raised on the North West side of Chicago. He went to Maywood Park and watched the Trotter's as a boy.
He studied the history of Thoroughbred Racing and Handicapping for many years before placing his first wager. With the amount of time he studied he feels he's earned a PHD in Handicapping.
His all-time favorite Jockey is the Late great Eddie 'The Master' Arcaro. His current favorite Jockey's are the Legendary Gary Stevens and of the new Breed 'Smokin' Joe Talamo.
His favorite Trainers are Richard Mandella, Philip D'Amato, Mike Puype & Peter Miller. His favorite race tracks are Del Mar, where the 'Surf meets the Turf', Santa Anita Park and 'Big Sandy' Belmont Park.