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BloodHorse news editor Byron King presents his latest Derby Dozen Presented by Spendthrift, with a look at his leading contenders for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve on May 6.

Where to Watch/Listen: The 2023 Dubai World Cup and Major Kentucky Derby Preps

After a relatively quiet weekend with no major races on the schedule, activity picks back up in a big way March 25-26, with three qualifying points preps for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve slated on these shores as well as this year’s Dubai World Cup Festival featuring another Derby points race held on the other side of the globe at Meydan Racecourse.

A Delectable Derby: The Official Menu for 149th Run for the Roses

Churchill Downs unveiled the official menu of the 149th Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve, signaling the start of spring and the much-awaited countdown to one of the most storied sports traditions.

2023 Louisiana Derby Cheat Sheet: Get to Know the Horses

The winter-spring meet at Fair Grounds wraps up this coming weekend with the track’s signature race, the $1 million, Grade 2 Twinspires.com Louisiana Derby set for Saturday, March 25.

Forte Continues to Lead Triple Crown Poll Ahead of Major Prep Weekend

Each week, members of the national media vote on the nation's top contenders on the Triple Crown trail in the National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) Top Thoroughbred Poll.

Week 6 of the 2023 Top 3-Year-Old Thoroughbred Poll conducted by the NTRA covers racing performances through March 21, 2023.

The 3-year-old poll represents horses competing up to and through the Triple Crown. Rankings are based on a 10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-1 voting system. First place votes are in parentheses.

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