Crucial KY Derby Qualifying Points at Stake in Preps
The Road, presented by Gainesway and WinStar Farm
Last Wood at Aqueduct Brings Out Memories
Ever since last fall, there's a been recurring quip heard in all corners of Aqueduct Racetrack. Basically, it's "the last (fill in the stakes) at Aqueduct."
Iron Honor, Napoleon Solo Add Drama to Wood Memorial
Chad Brown's luck could take a dramatic swing for the better when he will send out Iron Honor in the $750,000 Wood Memorial Stakes (G2) for 3-year-olds in the last edition of New York's definitive Kentucky Derby (G1) prep at Aqueduct Racetrack.
Triple Crown Alum Trojan Nation an Aftercare Ambassador
Kentucky Derby (G1) and Belmont Stakes (G1) alumnus Trojan Nation has found his forever home on a sprawling 2,500-acre ranch outside Cheyenne, Wyo., at the Center for Racehorse Retraining.
Three Kentucky Derby Preps Top Week's Radio/TV Slate
This week's schedule of racing on radio and television compiled by America's Best Racing is highlighted by a trio of important prep races for the Kentucky Derby (G1).
Into Mischief Represented by Classic Prospects
In this week's Porter on Pedigrees, Florida Derby (G1) winner Commandment and Arkansas Derby (G1) winner Renegade could bid to credit Into Mischief with a record-breaking fourth winner of the Run for the Roses.
Back at Keeneland, Further Ado Imposing in Blue Grass
Further Ado, 20 lengths superior against maidens in his first route last fall at Keeneland, will look to impress once again at the Lexington oval where he battles eight other 3-year-olds in the $1.25 million Blue Grass Stakes (G1).
Three Heating Up: Prep Winners Impress Across the Globe
Capsule look at three horses heating up on the Triple Crown trail.
With Paladin Out, Renegade Up to First in Derby Dozen
Byron King's Top 12 on the Road to the Kentucky Derby, presented by Spendthrift Farm.
At 4-1, Renegade Favored in Final Derby Future Wager
Four weeks remain until Kentucky Derby 152, and fans will have their final opportunity to wager on the race prior when Pool 6 of the Kentucky Derby Future Wager runs April 2-4 with Arkansas Derby (G1) winner Renegade tabbed as the 4-1 favorite.
Magnitude Reaches Top Spot in Latest NTRA Poll
Off his victory in the Dubai World Cup (G1), Magnitude is the top-ranked horse in the latest NTRA Top Thoroughbred Poll.
BH Monday: Low Saw Renegade's Talent from Early Age
On the March 30 episode of BloodHorse Monday: breeder and co-owner Robert Low discusses winning the Arkansas Derby (G1) with Renegade, Jay Hovdey highlights his BloodHorse Magazine feature on John Velazquez.
Stakes Recap: Florida Derby & Arkansas Derby
Andy Serling & Sara Elbadwi looks back at the Florida Derby at Gulfstream Park & the Arkansas Derby at Oaklawn.
Commandment ‘Really Good’ After Florida Derby Win
Trainer Brad Cox reports Commandment looks “really good” the morning after his Florida Derby (G1) win.
Renegade to Return to Florida After Arkansas Derby Win
Arkansas Derby (G1) winner Renegade will return to trainer Todd Pletcher's Palm Beach Downs base in Florida. Runner-up Silent Tactic will train "two to three weeks" at Oaklawn Park for the May 2 Kentucky Derby (G1).
Renegade Overpowers Rivals in Arkansas Derby
Overpowering the opposition with a devastating stretch kick, Renegade storms to victory over Silent Tactic in the $1.5 million Arkansas Derby (G1) March 28 at Oaklawn Park.
Report: Derby Favorite Paladin Sidelined With Fracture
Paladin, the favorite in future wagering earlier this month for the May 2 Kentucky Derby (G1), is off the Triple Crown trail because of a condylar fracture detected in the colt's right front ankle, Daily Racing Form reported.
In Dubai, Japan's Wonder Dean Earns Kentucky Derby Bid
Wonder Dean chased down favorite Six Speed to win the UAE Derby (G2) March 28 in Dubai, continuing Japan's domination of the race and earning entry to the Kentucky Derby (G1).
The Road: Pletcher Aims for Weekend Derby Prep Sweep
The Road, presented by Gainesway and WinStar Farm, looks at Todd Pletcher's success in the Florida Derby (G1) and Arkansas Derby (G1).
Kentucky Derby Bids on Offer in Dubai and Japan
The UAE Derby (G2) March 28 will award at least one guaranteed invitation to the Kentucky Derby (G1) and there are many prospects in the 12-horse field.