Last Race: Rebel Stakes, 2/25, 2nd by 1, 92īF: Benefited from fast-slow race shape in runner-up finish Rebel, well-bred closer fires every start.ĭA: Lacks any early speed, but his late rally has been reliable must hope for Derby pace collapse. Next Likely Race: Blue Grass or Wood, 1 1/8, Kee, 4/8 or Aqu, 4/8īF: Unsure what to make of fast-pace, wet-track Gotham romp, but 54-point total puts him in Derby.ĭA: Had shown hints of potential, but Gotham romp was still a surprise looks to validate it next time. Last Race: Risen Star, 2/18, 1st by 1, 89īF: Flattered by pace collapse in Risen Star, late-runner "big and leggy" per Cox, saves best for last.ĭA: Progressive type has improved with every start finishes like one that will stay Derby distance.īF: Scratched from San Felipe on March 4 with foot issue, zero Derby points, up against the calendar.ĭA: Precocious colt mildly disappointing in 3YO debut now must come off layoff in critical final prep. Last Race: San Felipe, 3/4, 3rd by 3 3/4, 94īF: Liked his last-to-third effort in San Felipe, improving at the right time and wants longer distance.ĭA: San Felipe flow didn't favor closers, so deserves credit for rallying look for progression next time. Owner: SF Racing, Starlight Racing, Madaket Stables, et alīF: SoCal colt shipped and gained seasoning in troubled third on wet track at OP, plenty upside.ĭA: Had some doubts pre-Rebel, but he dealt with adversity admirably on his way to contender status. Next Likely Race: Arkansas Derby, 1 1/8m, Oaklawn Park, 4/1 Last Race: Rebel Stakes, 2/25, 3rd by 2 1/2, 90 Last Race: Withers, 2/11, 1st by 5 1/2, 91īF: Withers was handed to him on silver platter, fast pace and rail trip, he was good enough to exploit.ĭA: Earned a decent fig in Withers, and distance is no concern don't think we've yet seen his peak. Derby or Blue Grass, OP, 4/1 or Kee, 4/8īF: Ideal setup rally-wide Rebel win, another Desormeaux wet-track win a la Exaggerator, My Boy Jack.ĭA: Showed versatility in trouble-free Rebel score may simply be progressing for excellent trainer. Owner: Whisper Hill Farm and Gainesway StableīF: Dominated one-turn N1X, should relish two turns as likely low-odds favorite Saturday at Tampa.ĭA: Still breaking slowly, but easily beat winners strong finisher should be tough in Tampa Derby. Next Likely Race: Tampa Bay Derby, 1 1/16m, Tampa Bay, 3/11 Last Race: Gulfstream Park N1X, 2/4, 1st by 8, 92 Last Race: San Felipe, 3/4, 2nd by 2 1/2, 96īF: Debut maiden sprint winner hadd plenty grit salvaging second initial route, undeniable raw abilty.ĭA: Showed new gears in game San Felipe still has some developing to do, but the talent is there. Derby in wake of Risen Star.ĭA: His wins may not be the prettiest, but his Lecomte is looking better after Risen Star results. Next Likely Race: Louisiana Derby, 1 3/16m, Fair Grounds, 3/25īF: Advantageous conditions both recent wins, potential favorite La. Owner: Pierre and Leslie Amestoy, Roger BeasleyīF: Grew up, filled out over winter, super comeback: took dirt inside, cut corner, burst away, legit.ĭA: Yakteen's top Derby hope may have been with him from Day One San Felipe score convincing. Next Likely Race: SA Derby, 1 1/8m, Santa Anita, 4/8īF: Back on the work tab for new trainer Yakteen, still time to make Santa Anita Derby barring hiccups.ĭA: His Southwest has aged reasonably well, but he still has plenty left to prove in his final prep. Derby.ĭA: Picked up right where he left off in dominant FOY score reliable, versatile - a deserving favorite. Elias StableīF: Smashing comeback victory FOY solidifies champion juvenile unequivocal early fave Ky. Next Likely Race: Florida Derby, 1 1/8, Gulfstream Park, 4/1 Last Race: Fountain of Youth, 3/4, 1st by 4 1/2, 98
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