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With the Road to the Kentucky Derby and the Road to the Kentucky Oaks kicking up with Churchill Downs races today, let's take a closer look at the winning contenders.
First of two from the McPeek barn won in going-away fashion in an off-the-turf race at Saratoga before taking the 2025 Pocahontas on the Road to the Kentucky Oaks. The bargain $20,000 yearling purchase faced her competition head on with Irad inheriting the mount.
at Ellis Park. Gun Runner colt was a smart maiden winner at 3-10 odds on debut beneath the Twin Spires, and his pedigree suggests that the added ground will benefit him as it did today. Jose Ortiz will guided the bay foal to his first victory along the Road to the Kentucky Derby.
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It's time for the last stakes race for Churchill Downs races today with the Lousiville Thoroughbred Society Stakes. Check out the race entries below and place your best bets with TwinSpires.