Kentucky Derby News

Derby News January 23, 2024

Three takeaways from 2024 Lecomte

Point values for the 1 1/16-mile Lecomte (G3) on Jan. 21 increased this year, offered on a 20-10-6-4-2 scale toward a berth in the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby (G1) on May 4, and here are three takeaways.

Podcast January 22, 2024

Inside the Kentucky Derby Podcast: Lecomte Stakes Recap

Track Phantom took home the win in the Lecomte earning himself 20 points to his resume and vaulting him up the Kentucky Derby leaderboard.

Wagering January 22, 2024

Future Wager Pool 3 Recap

‘All Others’ 2-1 Favorite, Fierceness at 8-1 At Conclusion of Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool 3

Pedigree fun facts January 22, 2024

10 Pedigree fun facts: Dornoch

As a full brother to 2023 Kentucky Derby (G1) hero Mage, Dornoch has proven pedigree power. But that’s not necessarily a benefit in this case.

Derby News January 21, 2024

Track Phantom dictates throughout in Lecomte

The Steve Asmussen-trained Track Phantom made it two straight wins on the Fair Grounds Road to the Kentucky Derby, and extended his streak to three overall, in Saturday’s Lecomte (G3).

Oaks News January 20, 2024

West Omaha romps in Silverbulletday

Gary and Mary West’s homebred West Omaha impressed as the 9-10 favorite in Saturday’s Silverbulletday S. at Fair Grounds, rapidly opening up down the stretch to earn 20 points toward the Kentucky Oaks (G1).

Wagering January 20, 2024

Parchment Party intrigues at a price in KDFW Pool 3

I’d like to highlight the appeal of #28 Parchment Party, a 40-1 shot on the morning line.

Food January 19, 2024

Kentucky Derby fashion over the decades 1875-2024

The beauty of the Thoroughbred is not the only spectacle on display the first Saturday in May, when a field of 20 three-year-old horses race for a chance at glory in the Kentucky Derby (G1).

Podcast January 18, 2024

Inside the Kentucky Derby Podcast: Lecomte Stakes Previews

The Road to the 150th Kentucky Derby continues with the second major points race at Fairgrounds in the Lecomte Stakes

Derby News January 18, 2024

Study Guide: 2024 Lecomte Stakes

The Road to the Kentucky Derby heats up on Saturday with the running of the $200,000 Lecomte S. (G3) at Fair Grounds.

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