Tom Pedulla is interviewing prominent owners, trainers and jockeys as they travel the Road to the 149th Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve May 6 at Churchill Downs.
The retraining process with Dom has definitely been a learning experience! From the moment he stepped off the trailer, I swear I learn something new every day! One of the biggest lessons I have learned has been about lameness and hoof care.
I have owned horses my entire life, but our horses were relatively low maintenance when it came to their feet. All they needed were regular trims and getting their feet picked.
Three major qualifying points races for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve were held last Saturday and televised nationwide. This upcoming week is highlighted by the final points prep for Derby 149, the Stonestreet Lexington Stakes Saturday, April 15 at Keeneland.
There is a new rock star emerging at Gulfstream Park this year who has everyone buzzing about his size, demeanor, and stature. And he is not a Thoroughbred! Master is a solid, 16.3 hands, draft cross, blue roan gelding owned by Aidan Butler, Chief Executive Officer, 1/ST Racing & Gaming. FanDuel TV reporter/analyst (and assistant trainer) Andie Biancone’s laughter is infectious as she describes the first time she saw Master on the track.
