


Strong challengers emerging from the pipeline aren't outside the realm of possibility–plenty of Derby winners bloom late. 8–the last of the nine-furlong points preps–in order to trigger a significant shake-up atop the current rankings. We would have to see a vibrantly unexpected stakes performance from some other contender(s) between now and Apr. Kentucky Derby Points: 90.įorte is the kingpin as we edge toward the seven-week mark to the Derby. Elias Stable B-South Gate Farm (KY) T-Todd Pletcher. But Sunday's news about 'TDN Rising Star' Arabian Knight ( Uncle Mo) being declared off the GI Kentucky Derby trail left a void within the top tier that widens the gap between the juvenile champ and a cast of aspirants aiming to define themselves at longer distances.ġ) FORTE (c, Violence–Queen Caroline, by Blame) 'TDN Rising Star'. Only one contender within the Top 12 was in action last week.
