This feature provides a capsule look at three horses who are heating up on the Triple Crown trail and three horses whose chances for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve are not quite as strong as they were a week or two ago.
BloodHorse associate editor Byron King presents his latest Derby Dozen with a look at his leading contenders for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve on May 1.
Making the Grade, which will run through the 2021 Triple Crown races, focuses on the winners or top performers of the key races, usually from the previous weekend, who could make an impact on the Triple Crown. We’ll be taking a close look at impressive winners and evaluating their chances to win classic races based upon ability, running style, connections (owner, trainer, jockey), and pedigree.
Hall of Fame jockey Randy Romero will forever be associated with the magnificent filly Personal Ensign and the race that closed her undefeated career, the 1988 Breeders’ Cup Distaff.
Medina Spirit impressed with his heart, not with his final time, in repelling Roman Centurian and Hot Rod Charlie to win a three-way photo in the $100,500, Grade 3 Robert B. Lewis Stakes Jan. 30 at Santa Anita Park.
