Horse racing action is in full swing the first week of February, highlighted by two qualifying points preps for the 2021 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve. On Saturday, the Withers Stakes at Aqueduct and the Sam F.

Making the Grade, which will run through the 2021 Triple Crown races, focuses on the winners or top performers of the key races, usually from the previous weekend, who could make an impact on the Triple Crown. We’ll be taking a close look at impressive winners and evaluating their chances to win classic races based upon ability, running style, connections (owner, trainer, jockey), and pedigree.