This feature provides a capsule look at three horses who are heating up on the Triple Crown trail and three horses whose chances for the 2026 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve are not as strong as they previously were. In the third edition of this blog for the 2026 run for the roses, the focus is on what has changed since the previous edition on Feb. 10. HEATING UP
Paladin Rises to the Top of Latest Kentucky Derby Power Rankings
Each week, members of the national media vote on the nation's top contenders on the Triple Crown trail in the National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) Top Thoroughbred Poll.
A Dynasty’s Roots: William Collins Whitney Launches Reign of Blue and Brown
The names carry the gravity of history, racehorses such as Artful, Tanya, Frizette, Jean Beraud, and Burgomaster along with historic venues like Saratoga Race Course and Belmont Park.
Where to Watch/Listen: Horse Racing Coverage Feb. 19-22
The upcoming weekend in horse racing is light in terms of stakes races compared to what will follow – more than two months of heavy activity on the road to the 152nd Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve. There is one qualifying points prep scheduled: the John Battaglia Memorial Stakes held during the evening Saturday, Feb.
