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Over the past few months, 3-year-old Thoroughbreds pointing to the 2023 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve have competed for a spot in the 20-horse field by earning qualifying points in designated stakes around the country.

Ask anyone in the Thoroughbred racing industry this question: “What’s the best experience a newbie could have at the track?”

The near-universal answer is “Win!”

Welcome to Noel Michaels’ Weekend Winners, the place to go for weekend best bets and spot plays from veteran handicapper and tournament-play pioneer Noel Michaels. Check back every week for a couple of highlighted selections designed to help you cash a few bets and make some money.

The Stonestreet Lexington Stakes is the last qualifying race on the Road to the 2023 Kentucky Derby schedule offering points toward securing a starting spot in the run for the roses, and the 1 1/16-mile race drew an intriguing mix of Derby trail veterans and lightly raced up-and-comers.

The $500,000 Grade 3 Count Fleet Sprint Handicap at Oaklawn Park brings together a field of 10 sprinters and the biggest question among the group is whether Tejano Twist can repeat his visually impressive effort four weeks ago when victorious in the Grade 3

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