Three new names enter top ranks in Kentucky Derby standings

Three new names enter top ranks in Kentucky Derby standings

Three big Kentucky Derby preps generated three legitimate new contenders for May 2 n highlights of weekend horse racing in North America.

Road to the Kentucky Derby

Horses race around the historic Kentucky Derby. also known as “The Run for the Roses,” the Kentucky Derby is one of the most prestigious horse races in North America. Photo courtesy of @kentuckyderby on Instagram The road to the Kentucky Derby heated up over the weekend with the Fountain of Youth Stakes and the Gotham Stakes. The first race in Florida is one of the most important preparation races for the Derby. The race covers just over a mile …

Kentucky Derby 2026: Pletcher draws on his strong bench

Delray Beach, Fla. In January, Hall of Fame trainer Todd Pletcher told Horse Racing Nation that everything to “go perfect” if Ted Noffey was to flash his brilliance in the Kentucky Derby. Three days later, owner Spendthrift Farm announced that its undefeated 2-year-old champion was off the Derby trail with bone bruising. It was a blow to Pletcher and one that is all too familiar. Of his five Breeders’ Cup Juvenile winners, Fierceness is the only…