Kentucky Derby 2022 Lexington Stakes Replay & Reaction | Tawny Port Takes To Dirt; Kentucky Derby Next? April 16, 2022 Keeneland Photo Kentucky Derby 2022 Lexington Stakes Replay & Reaction | Tawny Port Takes To Dirt; Kentucky Derby Next? April 16, 2022 By: Curtis "Magic" Kalleward twitteremail Share: share on facebook share on twitter share on linkedin email this article The Racing Dudes team reacts to Tawny Port winning the Lexington Stakes (G3) at Keeneland, then discuss who they like moving forward, including any potential longshots. Join our replay watch-along to get our instant LIVE reactions to the final 2022 Kentucky Derby (G1) prep race worth 20-8-4-2 points to the top 4 finishers, then tell us your thoughts about the race in the Comments section! SMASH the *Thumbs Up* ~ HIT *Subscribe* ~ RING the *Notification* bell Join the Inner Circle Sign up for exclusive 10% discount on orders, plus be the first to access our daily free and premium horse racing picks, articles, podcasts, and more! Sign Up The track press release: Click here for a replay of the race and the post-race interview with winning connections. Florent Geroux (winning rider) “He needed the race. (The Feb. 19 Risen Star-G2 at Fair Grounds) was his only (previous) start on the dirt (and the race) was definitely the key (prep for) the Kentucky Derby (G1). It looked like every horse who ran in there all came back and ran some very strong races, so we were hoping to do the same thing. (Tawny Port did) that today, in a very powerful way at the high end on the dirt. Looks like the distance should be no problem, and I hope the connections will take a swing at (the Derby).” Brad Cox (winning trainer) “He responded today. There was a little bit of a question mark with how well he would handle the dirt. He ran well at the Fair Grounds. Florent came back and had positive comments after that race, and I thought, ‘Well, you know, right now, maybe you try to go in the Jeff Ruby Steaks (G3 on April 2 at Turfway Park.).’ So that’s what we did, and he ran a real respectable race. Then we found ourselves nominated to this race and it worked out today.” On whether Tawny Port will go to the Kentucky Derby (G1) “We’ll see how he comes out of (today’s race). I’d like to congratulate (owners) John and Elizabeth Fort (of Peachtree Stable). This was John’s idea, to come back in two weeks immediately after the Jeff Ruby. He said, ‘We need to look at this race,’ and I said, ‘Well, I nominated him.’ We watched him and he seemed to have a great energy level and his weight’s great. He’s a good-looking colt – really good-looking. (John Fort) picked him out.” Irad Ortiz Jr. (rider of runner-up Major General) “He ran really good. He broke a little better today. He’s still learning. In the stretch, he was looking a little bit – waiting for some company. He put me right there without using too much, so I took it and went from there. There were some slow fractions so I had a good chance. When I asked him to go, he gave me a great effort.” Kelly Breen (trainer of third-place finisher In Due Time) “I still think he is a top horse. He was extremely sharp coming into the race. We thought he would be a little closer (to the pace) but (jockey) Paco (Lopez) had to use him a little early in the race. We will regroup and see what (the owners) say (about pointing to the Kentucky Derby).” Cash Big At The Kentucky Derby With Us There’s a reason we’re the #1 trusted source for premium racing picks & info. Find Out Why
College Football Week 11 and NFL Week 10 Picks | Dudes Who Bet Sports 214 Aaron & Papa Dude give their College Football picks for… Read More
Official Breeders’ Cup 2024 Picks | Blinkers Off 692 The Racing Dudes preview and give picks for the 41st… Read More
Jon White Breeders’ Cup 2024 Interview and Picks | Blinkers Off 691 The Racing Dudes interview Jon White, former Santa Anita, Del… Read More
Breeders’ Cup Classic and Football Picks | Dudes Who Bet Sports 213 Aaron & Papa Dude give their College Football picks for… Read More
Breeders’ Cup 2024 Pre-Entries Analysis | Blinkers Off 690 The Racing Dudes dive into the 2024 Breeders’ Cup pre-entries… Read More
Breeders’ Cup 2024 Top 5 Performances Aaron gives his Top 5 Breeders’ Cup performances from the… Read More
Who is the 2024 3-Year-Old Male of the Year? Aaron gives his thoughts on who should be the 2024… Read More
College Football Week 11 and NFL Week 10 Picks | Dudes Who Bet Sports 214 Aaron & Papa Dude give their College Football picks for… Read More