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Forte 10-1 Individual Favorite in Pool 2 of Kentucky Derby Future Wager

Repole Stable and St. Elias Stable's GI Breeders' Cup Juvenile winner Forte (Violence) was made the 10-1 individual betting favorite while the pari-mutuel field of “All Other Colts and Geldings” from the 2020 foal crop not listed within the 38 individual betting interests was tabbed as the heavy 3-5 choice.

The four-day pool, which features $2 Win and Exacta wagering, will open Thursday at noon (all times Eastern) and close Sunday at 6 p.m. Pool 2 will run concurrent with the lone Kentucky Derby Sire Future Wager, where fans can bet horses sired by 39 individual stallions and an option for “All Others” that were not listed. Horses from the 2020 foal crop by Uncle Mo are the 4-1 morning line favorite followed by Violence (6-1), Arrogate (8-1) and Into Mischief (8-1). All Other Sires is listed at 6-1.

As was the case last year, Pool 2 will assume that horses under the care of trainers suspended from competing in the 2023 Kentucky Derby will not be under consideration. Instead, they are included within the pari-mutuel field. There are no refunds in the Kentucky Derby Future Wager or Kentucky Derby Sire Future Wager. Should Churchill Downs officials determine during the duration of this week's four-day pool that one of the wagering interests has experienced an injury, illness or other circumstance that would prevent the horse from participating in the Kentucky Derby or Oaks, betting on the individual horse will be suspended immediately.

More information, Brisnet.com past performances and real-time odds on the Kentucky Derby Future Wager, will be available before the pool opens Thursday online.

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Coady to Offer Photo Op with Rich Strike

Coady Photography has partnered with the connections of GI Kentucky Derby winner Rich Strike (Keen Ice) to offer fans a photo opportunity in the paddock at Churchill Downs with the chestnut Saturday, Nov. 26. Rich Strike will be making his last anticipated start as a 3-year-old the day prior in the GI Clark H. at Churchill and is scheduled to race next year.

The “Rich Strike Golden Ticket” will be limited to just 80 and available in increments of a single person, a pair of two people, and a group of six people. Prices range between $125 and $400 and include access to the paddock, where the purchasers will have their picture taken with the Derby winner. The price includes a photo that will be printed on the spot and autographed by Rich Strike's trainer, Eric Reed.

“We are excited to offer this very unique opportunity to racing fans and want to thank RED TR-Racing and trainer Eric Reed for their willingness to share their Derby winner with his fans,” said Kurtis Coady, president of Coady Photography. “We also want to thank Churchill Downs for helping to make this event possible. We hope to partner with them and other tracks in the future for other special events.”

Tickets can be purchased through this link. The event will be held between 10 a.m. and noon.

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Ben Huffman Named Recipient Of Warner L. Jones Jr. Horseman Of The Year Award

Ben Huffman, Vice President of Racing for Churchill Downs Racetrack and Racing Secretary at Keeneland Race Course, is the 2022 recipient of the Kentucky Thoroughbred Owners' Warner L. Jones Jr. Horseman of the Year Award. He will be honored at the Louisville-based KTO's 34th annual awards gala Saturday, Nov. 19 at the Kentucky Derby Museum. The award recognizes individuals for outstanding contributions to Kentucky racing.

“It is incredibly special and humbling to be honored with this prestigious award that honors a horseman I greatly admired,” Huffman said.

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Backside Learning Center’s Largest Annual Fundraiser Sells Out; Silent Auction Live Online

The Backside Learning Center (BLC)–an independent non-profit organization providing support and resources in a safe, welcoming environment for the diverse community of racetrack workers and their families–will hold its largest annual fundraiser, “The 16th Annual Benefit for the Backside: A Day at the Races”, Friday, Nov. 18 at Churchill Downs. While the event is sold out, the BLC is hosting an online, silent auction consisting of horseracing, and hard to find items including a Kentucky Oaks box for 6; a speakeasy tasting tour at Evan Williams bourbon for 20; a morning on the backstretch with Jockey Ferrin Peterson; top-shelf bourbon packages and more. In addition, the BLC will conduct a “Derby Week Suite for 40” raffle drawing including food and drink (a $7,500 value.)

The BLC plans to host several FaceBook Lives at the event to present their transformative work with equine workers and families. They will also recognize members of the community who have demonstrated an extraordinary level of dedication to their mission. To participate in the online silent auction, purchase a Derby Week Suite for 40 raffle ticket, donate and more, visit the Benefit for the Backstretch website.

“This event is a great and fun opportunity to gather those who believe in our mission, and who want to support those who play such a vital role in the success of the horseracing industry,” said Executive Director Sherry Stanley. “The Backside is such a vibrant and diverse community right in the heart of the city that most people never think about. We serve the hundreds of workers and their children who are members of our community and who will soon be our next generation of leaders.”

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