Captain Cook

Owner

St. Elias Stable

Trainer

Richard E. Dutrow, Jr.

Jockey

Franco, Manuel

Breeder

Marylou Whitney Stables LLC

Earnings

$50,756

Color

Bay

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Derby News February 1, 2025

Veteran Derby connections back on trail following Captain Cook's win in Withers

Captain Cook, who hopped on the classic trail by virtue of a victory in the $250,000 Withers S. at Aqueduct on Saturday, already has a number of connections to the Kentucky Derby (G1).

Study Guide: 2025 Withers Stakes

At 1 1/8 miles in distance, Saturday’s $250,000 Withers S. at Aqueduct is the longest Road to the Kentucky Derby qualifier contested thus far in 2025.

Mo Quality looking to boost Midwest form in Withers

If his recent form line with Coal Battle remains a productive one, Mo Quality might prove tough to beat in the $250,000 Withers S. at Aqueduct on Saturday.