Brown sets Paladin for Risen Star, 2 others for Withers

Brown sets Paladin for Risen Star, 2 others for Withers

Grade 2 Remsen winner Paladin targets the Grade 2, $500,000 Risen Star on Feb. 14 at Fair Grounds as trainer Chad Brown pursues his first Kentucky Derby victory. "He's settled into South Florida nicely and will likely point to the Risen Star," Brown said. "He's 2-for-2 and he's a smart horse; an efficient mover and he's obviously got the pedigree and looks. Given his purchase price, he's got all the right tools. It's a matter of staying healthy …