Derby news

Derby news! Here are some recent updates from the world of horse racing:

Derby Winners

• The 2022 Kentucky Derby was won by Rich Strike, a 80-1 long shot, who became the first horse to win the Derby at 80-1 or higher since Mine That Bird in 2009.
• The 2022 Preakness Stakes was won by Early Voting, who became the first horse to win the Preakness at 9-2 or higher since Cloud Computing in 2017.

Derby Contenders

• The 2023 Kentucky Derby contenders are starting to take shape, with horses like Epicenter, White Abarrio, and Zandon looking strong in early betting.
• The Preakness Stakes contenders are also being finalized, with horses like Early Voting, Simplification, and Creative Minister looking to make a strong showing.

Derby Preparations

• The Kentucky Derby prep season is in full swing, with horses like Taiba, Messier, and Tiz the Law competing in key races like the Santa Anita Derby and the Wood Memorial.
• The Preakness Stakes prep season is also underway, with horses like Concert Tour, Midnight Bourbon, and Risk Taking competing in key races like the Arkansas Derby and the Blue Grass Stakes.

Derby News and Notes

• The Kentucky Derby will be held on May 6, 2023, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.
• The Preakness Stakes will be held on May 20, 2023, at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland.
• The Belmont Stakes will be held on June 10, 2023, at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York.