As the 151st running of the GI Kentucky Derby approaches, all eyes are on the morning-line favorite, Journalism. Owned by a powerhouse partnership, Journalism’s name reflects a clever nod to its pedigree, inspired by the tradition of Claiborne naming conventions.
Journalism’s connections express admiration for responsible journalism, highlighting the significance of a horse named Journalism competing in today’s media landscape.
Other notable storylines for this year’s Kentucky Derby include the return of Hall of Famer Bob Baffert with Citizen Bull, D. Wayne Lukas saddling his 51st Derby starter, and jockey Brian Hernandez, Jr. aiming for another Derby win.
Trainer Steve Asmussen seeks his first Derby victory with Publisher and Tiztastic, while underdog Chunk of Gold, purchased for $2,500, secures a spot in the Derby lineup after an impressive performance in the GII Louisiana Derby.
Broodmare Puca, already a producer of Classic winners, aims for another victory with Baeza. Japan is represented by Admire Daytona and Luxor Cafe, while Godolphin and Brad Cox have strong contenders in East Avenue, Sovereignty, and Final Gambit.
With a forecast of showers, the Kentucky Derby program features a lineup of prestigious races alongside the main event, marking NBC Sports’ 25th presentation of the historic race.
For a detailed preview of all 19 Kentucky Derby runners, readers can access a special edition for insights into the contenders.
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