One of the premier prep races for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve is set for Saturday at Oaklawn Park, when the 89th Arkansas Derby will be held.
The Florida Derby has historically been the most important steppingstone to the Kentucky Derby with 25 3-year-olds who competed in the race going on to glory in the first jewel of the Triple Crown.
Mage, who finished second in the 2023 Florida Derby, was the last horse to come out of Gulfstream Park’s marquee race for 3-year-olds and go on to win the Kentucky Derby.
Welcome to Kentucky Derby Prospect Profiles, where we take a look each week at a recent winner on the Road to the Derby schedule offering qualifying points to the 1 ¼-mile classic race May 3, 2025, at Churchill Downs.
Tom Pedulla is interviewing prominent owners, trainers, and jockeys as they travel the road to the $5 million Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve on May 3 at Churchill Downs.
Can #9 Cornucopian (7-5) step up sharply in class and distance to win Saturday’s Grade 1, $1.5 million Arkansas Derby at Oaklawn Park? That’s the key question bettors must answer.
