Trainer:Todd Pletcher Jockey:Garret Gomez Foaling Date: 1-29-2004 Pedigree: Distorted Humor - Weekend in Indy by A.P. Indy Dosage Profile: 7-4-10-0-1 Dosage Index/CD: 2.67 0.73 *dual qualifier* 2006 Record: 3 starts 2-1-0 $89,213 Best Beyer Figure: 101 Note: Won his maiden special weight and an allowance then finished a close second to Tiz Wonderful in the Kentucky Jockey Club at Churchill last year. Made his 2007 debut in the Sam F. Davis Stakes at Tampa Bay Downs and won by 2 3/4 lengths at very short odds. Padua Stable bought part interest in him after this from WinStar Farm. Was second by a narrow nose in the Tampa Bay Derby in his last start to Street Sense. Third in the Wood by 3 3/4 lengths for his final prep.
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.
Foaling Date: 1-29-2004