Saturday’s $3 million, Grade 1 Pegasus World Cup Invitational Stakes Presented by 1/ST BET at Gulfstream Park is one of racing’s success stories over the past several years.
The beat goes on for trainer Todd Pletcher, who was enshrined in the National Museum of Racing’s Hall of Fame last August in his first year of eligibility. The depth and versatility of his powerhouse operation will be showcased on Pegasus World Cup Day on Saturday at Gulfstream Park.
Industry pundits have been predicting the demise of horse racing betting for years. However, while the number of overall race days has been trending down, the arguably more important metrics of purse sizes and total betting handle are increasing.
BloodHorse news editor Byron King presents his inaugural Derby Dozen for 2022, with a look at his leading contenders for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve on May 7.
When racing fans look at the invitees for Saturday’s Pegasus World Cup Turf Invitational at Gulfstream Park, the list reads like a who’s who of major American owners.
