Trainer:Patrick Byrne Jockey:Kieren Fallon Foaling Date: 4-26-2002 Pedigree: Honor Grades - Peacock Alley by Fast Play Dosage Profile: 6-9-15-0-0 Dosage Index/CD: 3.00 0.70 2004 Record: 5 starts 2-1-1 $76,832 Best Beyer Figure: 91 Graded Stakes Earnings: $148,696 Note: 2nd in the Kentucky Cup Juvenile last year, he was 3rd in the Aventura Stakes for his 2005 debut. Won the John Battaglia Memorial then finished 4th in the Lane's End at Turfway Park. Was 3rd in the Illinois Derby last out beaten over 11 lengths.
Top Kentucky Derby Contenders - my list of the top horses headed to the Derby with profiles for each with photos, stats, and link to more info like past performances and pedigree.
Analyzing the top 2013 Kentucky Derby contenders - My annual analysis of the top contenders to try and select a winner by matching each to the profile of a Kentucky Derby winner using many of the more popular angles and statistical trends. This year there were is a 3-way tie for the top spot: Goldencents, Normandy Invasion, and Overanalyze.
2013 Kentucky Derby And Oaks Security - New enhanced stricter rules will be enforced this year. Be sure to read the rules as many have changed and more things are banned. There will still be magnetic wand searches of all patrons and many things are no longer allowed. Check here to make sure you don't bring anything they will confiscate.
Review: Triple Crown Handicapper 2013 - by Jim Mazur. Includes lots of stats for all 3 races and explains how to use a system of statistically derived negative angles to eliminate the "bad" picks.
Review: Kentucky Derby Greatest Moments - Commemorative DVD from Churchill Downs with video from 27 different runnings along with interviews, photos, and historical info. Definitely recommended for any racing fan!
Review: Churchill Downs - America's Most Historic Racetrack by Kimberly Gatto. An entertaining and informative account of the history of the track and it's most famous race, the Kentucky Derby, with lots of photos. Definitely recommended.