One of the key stories of the 151st Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve at Churchill Downs May 3 was that of social media influencer Griffin Johnson and his involvement with Arkansas Derby winner
Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore will celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Preakness Stakes, the middle jewel of the Triple Crown, on May 17. The race has been won by some of the sport’s brightest stars over the year, including 13 Triple Crown winners.
Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert notified Pimlico Race Course officials May 8 of his intention to enter undefeated Goal Oriented, as well as Wood Memorial Stakes Presented by Resorts World Casino winner Rodriguez in the $2 mil
For 21 years, trainer Todd Pletcher helped build television ratings for the Kentucky Derby by bringing dozens of top contenders to the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
In last week’s 151st edition of the run for the roses, Pletcher once again helped the ratings, though in a completely different and far less significant role.
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