Arkansas Derby winner Renegade, the 4-1 morning line favorite for the Kentucky Derby, will leave from the rail after today’s draw.
Gun Runner Stakes winner Chip Honcho, whose 49 points put him squarely in the Kentucky Derby starting gate, will skip that race and await the Preakness.
The Preakness future wager kicks off Saturday and runs until shortly before the May 2 Kentucky Derby.
The $85 million transaction will give Churchill Downs control of all trademarks and associated rights of the Preakness and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes.
Under legislation passed this session, West Virginia’s breeding program will have more funding and a new certified residency program.
Spots in the Preakness are on the line in a pair of Saturday races, the Federico Tesio at Laurel and the Bathhouse Row at Oaklawn Park.
The catalog for Fasig-Tipton’s May 2-year-old sale in Timonium is now available online, the company announced today.
Where’s Ray, the last winner for late trainer Tim Salzman, made a triumphant return to action Sunday in the barn of his brother John.
The Maryland Horse Breeders Association (MHBA) annual yearling show will take place June 28 in Timonium, the group announced.
The Pre-Preakness party, hosted by America’s Best Racing, will benefit Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and The Jockey Club Safety Net Foundation.