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Since the Gotham Stakes was switched from a two-turn, 1 1/16-mile race in 2017 to a one-turn mile in 2018, the New York prep race for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve has averaged 10 starters in six editions.

BloodHorse news editor Byron King presents his Derby Dozen with a look at his leading contenders for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve on May 4.

The John Battaglia Memorial Stakes may not be contested on dirt, but it could help send a horse to the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve.

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.

This upcoming weekend is one of the busiest on the road to the 2024 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve, with four qualifying points prep races scheduled.

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