The Jeff Ruby Steaks offers 170 qualifying points for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve like most prep races at this time of year, but there’s a hitch. The Jeff Ruby will contested on a synthetic, all-weather surface, so even if the winner and runner-up move on to the run for the roses, there will be question marks about their ability to handle a dirt track.
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2022 Florida Derby Cheat Sheet: Get to Know the Horses
The 71st running of the Curlin Florida Derby Presented by Hill ‘n’ Dale Farms at Xalapa brings together a powerful cast of 3-year-olds Saturday at Gulfstream Park, headlined by Fasig-Tipton Fountain of Youth Stakes winner
2022 Florida Derby at a Glance
It is considered by some as a prep race for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve, but in reality Saturday’s edition of the Curlin Florida Derby Presented by Hill ‘n’ Dale Farms at Xalapa is more like a showdown between Florida’s top Triple Crown hopefuls.
Byron King’s Derby Dozen for March 30
BloodHorse news editor Byron King presents his latest Derby Dozen for 2022, with a look at his leading contenders for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve on May 7.