Flood Zone

Owner

Wathnan Racing

Trainer

Brad H. Cox

Jockey

Gutierrez, Reylu

Breeder

Al Figliolia Westburystables, LLC

Earnings

$203,800

Color

Bay

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Overview

Who is Kentucky Derby horse Flood Zone?

Flood Zone, a bay colt by Frosted out of Curls for Girls (by Curlin), has shown remarkable progression in his brief but promising career for trainer Brad Cox. His pedigree suggests strong classic potential, combining Frosted's brilliance with the stamina influence of maternal grandsire Curlin, a two-time Horse of the Year known for producing route runners.

Currently riding a two-race winning streak, Flood Zone has demonstrated significant improvement with each start. After a strong second in his debut at Gulfstream Park, he returned to break his maiden impressively by 5 1/4 lengths, going 6 1/2 furlongs. His most recent victory in the Gotham S. (G3) at Aqueduct showed both tactical versatility and determination, as he vied for the lead while racing three to five wide before edging clear to win by 3 1/4 lengths at the mile distance.

His running style has evolved from his early sprint attempts, showing the ability to rate and finish strongly. This adaptability, combined with his strong pedigree for distance, suggests the Kentucky Derby's 1 1/4 miles should be within his scope. His steady progression of workouts at Payson Park, including a sharp 4-furlong move in 49.00 (best of 34) on March 14, indicates he's maintaining his form.

With career earnings of $204,000 from just three starts (2-1-0), Flood Zone appears to be peaking at the right time. His victory in the Gotham not only proved his class but also earned him valuable Kentucky Derby qualifying points.

Gotham Stakes Brisnet Speed Rating: 101

Gotham Stakes Brisnet Class Rating: 120.4

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Flood Zone Flood Zone at 17-1 wins the 73rd running of the Grade 3 Gotham Stakes and earns 50 points on the Road to the @KentuckyDerby. 🌹

Jockey: Rey Gutierrez
Trainer: @bradcoxracing
Owner: Wathnan Racing pic.twitter.com/7NfdWl0rnr

— TwinSpires Racing 🏇 (@TwinSpires) March 1, 2025

Pedigree

Sire Name Frosted

Dam Name Curls for Girls

Derby News March 31, 2025

Flood Zone draws post 5 in UAE Derby, grand finale on Euro/Mideast Road

Saturday’s UAE Derby (G2) at Meydan serves as the concluding leg of the newly rebranded Euro/Mideast Road to the Kentucky Derby, with two invitations to Churchill Downs up for grabs via this route.

Horse Profile March 5, 2025

Kentucky Derby Horse Profile: Flood Zone

Wathnan Racing’s Flood Zone earned 50 points on the 2025 Road to the Kentucky Derby following his 3 1/4-length victory in the $300,000 Gotham S. (G3) at Aqueduct on March 1.

Derby News March 1, 2025

Flood Zone dominates Gotham; Drexel Hill joins stablemates in Oaks picture

Horses trained by Brad Cox rarely win Kentucky Derby (G1) prep races at big prices. Flood Zone proved one of the rare exceptions on Saturday when springing a 17-1 upset of the $300,000 Gotham (G3) at Aqueduct over 1.45-1 favorite Sand Devil and seven...