Tom Pedulla presents five takeaways from the weekend in horse racing, including Kentucky Derby preparations and the results of the Sword Dancer Stakes at Saratoga and other major races:
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Front-Running Channel Maker Strikes in Sword Dancer Stakes
A clear early lead and a liking for a turf course softened by an afternoon thunderstorm was a recipe for success for Channel Maker in the $500,000, Grade 1 Sword Dancer Stakes at Saratoga Race Course Aug. 29.
The Saratoga Special for Aug. 29: Once More
Issue #14 of The Saratoga Special, sponsored by Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners, is fresh off the digital press with previews of the Grade 1 Forego and Grade 1 Sword Dancer Stakes, a Fasig-Tipton Stable Tour with Graham Motion, a recap of the Grade 3 Lake George, and a rare three columns from Sean, Joe and Tom.
2020 Kentucky Derby Cheat Sheet
After a four-month delay, the 2020 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve will be held Sept. 5 at Churchill Downs as the second leg of an unprecedented Triple Crown that was rearranged due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
