At a time of year when Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve hopefuls are focusing on two-turn preps and qualifying points, Saturday’s Gotham Stakes at Aqueduct offers something different.
Sunday’s running of the $1 million, Grade 2 Rebel Stakes at Oaklawn Park promises to be an excellent race. There are several proven graded stakes horses among the 10 entrants, though one – #1 Bravaro – is expected to scratch and run in Saturday’s Grade 2 Fountain of Youth Stakes instead.
Oaklawn Park offers a lucrative pathway to the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve that leads to deep, talented fields and compelling 3-year-old qualifying races for the May 2 run for the roses at Churchill Downs.
