Touted as the best prep race for the Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve so far this year, the $1 million Grade 1 Curlin Florida Derby presented by Hill 'n' Dale Farms at Xalapa at Gulfstream Park March 28 did not disappoint as
Overpowering the opposition with a devastating stretch kick, Renegade stormed to victory in a big win over Silent Tactic in the $1.5 million Grade 1 Arkansas Derby March 28 at Oaklawn Park.
Magnitude's victory over Forever Young in the 30th Dubai World Cup Sponsored by Emirates Airline March 28 at Meydan Racecourse can be judged not only by the considerable achievement itself but also by recalling his owner's and trainer's history.
The foreign flavor in the Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve will come into focus Saturday with the running of the United Arab Emirates Derby Sponsored by Jumeirah at Meydan Racecourse in Dubai.
BloodHorse news editor Byron King presents his weekly Derby Dozen for 2026, with a look at his leading contenders for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve on May 2.
