BloodHorse news editor Byron King presents his weekly Derby Dozen for 2026, with a look at his leading contenders for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve on May 2.
Category: Horse Racing News
2026 Santa Anita Derby Cheat Sheet
The final three major prep races for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve worth 100 qualifying points each to the winner are on tap for Saturday in New York, Kentucky, and California, so by this time next week the field for the 2026 run for the roses will nearly be finalized.
Laurel Park To Host Preakness Preview Day Handicapping Challenge April 18
LAUREL, Md. – Laurel Park proudly hosts the Preakness Preview Day Handicapping Challenge, a one-day contest available both on-site and online. The event takes place Saturday, April 18, at Laurel Park or through Xpressbet, TwinSpires, and TVG/4NJBETS.
Thoroughbred Incentive Program Announces Winners of 2025 Performance Awards
The Jockey Club Thoroughbred Incentive Program (T.I.P.), which encourages the retraining of Thoroughbreds into other disciplines upon completion of careers in racing or breeding, today announced the winners and other placings from its 2025 performance awards program.
