Risen Star Stakes Preview

Feb 11, 2025 Darren Rogers and Kevin Kerstein

Following a big weekend of football in New Orleans, the focus shifts to the racetrack in the Big Easy. The Championship Series kicks off at Fair Grounds with the Risen Star Stakes, the first 50-point race on the Road to the Kentucky Derby. Darren and KK analyze the full race card, previewing the horses that could impact the standings. They also discuss John Hancock's record-setting performance in the Sam F. Davis Stakes.

Inside the Kentucky Derby is your home for exciting news, stories and insights from the people inside of historic Churchill Downs Racetrack. Hosts Darren Rogers and Kevin Kerstein provide in-depth analysis of the horses in the field, betting favorites, and the storylines on the upcoming stakes races on the Road to the Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve.

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