The “Sport of Kings” is one of the oldest disciplines in existence, but here in the 21st century there’s never been a better time to be a horse racing fan. Thanks to a combination of notable racing events being established throughout the centuries, and the wave of technological innovation that has swept through the industry in recent decades, we’re utterly spoiled for choice when it comes to selecting races to watch. Here in the U.S., for instance, there are the major events like the Kentucky Derby to follow, but also myriad local races to place bets on and attend.

Each week, members of the national media vote on the nation's top contenders on the Triple Crown trail in the National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) Top Thoroughbred Poll.

Week 8 of the 2024 Top 3-Year-Old Thoroughbred Poll conducted by the NTRA covers racing performances through March 18, 2024.

The 3-year-old poll represents horses competing up to and through the Triple Crown. Rankings are based on a 10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-1 voting system. First place votes are in parentheses.