Derby Runners Stand Out in the Ohio Derby
J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the Ohio Derby (G3) at Thistledown.
Toyota Blue Grass S. (G2)
Race 10 at Keeneland on
- Grade II
- 1 1/8 miles
- $1,000,000
- 3 yo
- 1:50.39
- Results
- News
Payoffs
| Horse | Win | Place | Show | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Irap | $64.60 | $22.40 | $6.80 |
| 7 | Practical Joke | $5.60 | $3.20 | |
| 2 | McCraken | $2.40 | ||
| Exotic Payoffs | |
|---|---|
| $2 Exacta (6-7) | $328.60 |
| $2 Trifecta (6-7-2) | $1,022.60 |
| $2 Superfecta (6-7-2-3) | $4,297.60 |
Order of Finish
| Pos | Horse / Age / Sex / TrueNicks / Pedigree | Jockey / Trainer | Margin | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Irap
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¾ | $600,000 |
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| 2 |
Practical Joke
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3 | $200,000 |
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| 3 |
McCraken
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2½ | $100,000 |
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| 4 |
J Boys Echo
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$50,000 | |
| 5 |
Tapwrit
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$30,000 | |
| 6 |
It's Your Nickel
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$10,000 | |
| 7 |
Wild Shot
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$10,000 | |
Kentucky Derby Starters Reunite in Ohio Derby
The Ohio Derby (G3) will feature four contenders who started in the May 6 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (G1), with Brad Grady's multiple grade 2 winner Girvin installed as the 2-1 morning-line choice in the nine-horse lineup.
McCraken Back to His Old Self in Matt Winn
The McCraken that inspires confidence from trainer Ian Wilkes is the one that showed up in the June 17 Matt Winn Stakes (G3) at Churchill Downs, unleashing his typical kick after ranging up on the final turn en route to a 2 1/4-length triumph.
McCraken Faces Short Field in Matt Winn at Churchill
McCraken, who went from highly thought of to an afterthought after losses in the Toyota Blue Grass Stakes (G2) and Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (G1), looks to get his confidence back in the Matt Winn Stakes.
What's Going On Here: Power of Pedigree
Tapit—North America's leading sire three years running—didn't get a chance to run in the Belmont Stakes (G1), but his presence in the American classic race certainly has been felt the last few years.
The Amazing Tapit: The Whole Story
- By Steve Haskin
Tonalist...Frosted...Creator...Tapwrit. If not for Triple Crown winner American Pharoah defeating Frosted in 2015, Tapwrit would have been Tapit's fourth consecutive Belmont Stakes winner.
Tapwrit in Good Order After Belmont Triumph
Tired but good was the official declaration of how Tapwrit was doing Sunday morning, less than 24 hours after his two-length victory in the final leg of the Triple Crown.
Post-Belmont Stakes News Update
Claire Novak pays a visit to Belmont Stakes winner Tapwrit and checks in on the status of several other Belmont contenders including Irish War Cry, Patch, Gormley, Senior Investment, and Hollywood Handsome.
Tapwrit wins the 2017 Belmont Stakes
Tapwrit with Jose Ortiz wins the 149th running of the Belmont Stakes presented by NYRABets (G1)
Belmont Stakes Wrap
Claire Novak recaps the Belmont Stakes, where Tapwrit ran down Irish War Cry to become the third Belmont Stakes winner sired by Gainesway's Tapit, and trainer Todd Pletcher's third Belmont Stakes winner as well. Also an update on Hollywood Handsome.
Belmont Stakes Press Conference
Comments from the connections of 2017 Belmont Stakes winner Tapwrit, including trainer Todd Pletcher.
Tapwrit Wears Down Irish War Cry to Win Belmont Stakes
With an inside trip just off favored Irish War Cry, Bridlewood Farm, Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners, and Robert LaPenta's Tapwrit angled out late in the final turn under jockey Jose Ortiz and kicked well clear of the rest in the 1 1/2-mile classic.
Belmont Stakes Concludes Parity-Laden Classic Season
What has been an ever-shifting landscape for this year's 3-year-old runners is set to conclude its first-half act June 10 with a wide-open edition of the $1.5 million Belmont Stakes presented by NYRA Bets (G1).
Pletcher Aims for Second 2017 Classic Win
After capturing the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (G1) with Always Dreaming, trainer Todd Pletcher will try to close out the Triple Crown season with another classic victory when he sends out Tapwrit and Patch in the Belmont Stakes.
Belmont Stakes News Update for June 9
Claire Novak reports on the status of Belmont Stakes contender Epicharis, who was seen Friday morning by the New York Racing Association's chief examining veterinarian. Also includes footage of Tapwrit, Meantime, Senior Investment, and more!
Belmont Analysis: End of a Long Odd Journey
Here we are at the end of the road--the often unpredictable Belmont Stakes, without the Kentucky Derby or Preakness winner, without the favorite Classic Empire, and with a cloud of uncertainty hanging over the head of the Japanese invader Epicharis.
Recruiting Ready Steps Up in Woody Stephens
Sagamore Farm's Recruiting Ready will try to extend his win streak to four June 10 in the $500,000 Woody Stephens Stakes (G2) at Belmont Park, but he'll have to fend off a trio of last-out grade 3 winners if he wants to earn his own graded score.
Farewell to a Friend: RIP Holy Bull
Steve Haskin reflects on the legacy of 1994 Horse of the Year Holy Bull.
Derby Runners May Hold an Edge in the Belmont Stakes
J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the Belmont Stakes (G1) at Belmont Park.
Bobby Flay Buys Into Belmont Contender J Boys Echo
Celebrity chef Bobby Flay has purchased a 25% interest in Belmont Stakes (G1) contender J Boys Echo, Jason Loutsch of owner Albaugh Family Stable announced June 7.
LaPenta Brings New York Flavor to Belmont Stakes
Robert LaPenta, who dethroned Big Brown in 2008 with longshot Da' Tara, hopes to score his second Belmont Stakes victory as one of the co-owners of Tampa Bay Derby winner Tapwrit.
Albarado Confirmed to Ride J Boys Echo in Belmont
Jockey Robby Albarado, who has been sidelined since April due to a leg fracture, will ride graded stakes winner J Boys Echo in the June 10 Belmont Stakes (G1), Jason Loutsch of owner Albaugh Family Stable confirmed June 3.
Patch to Join Stablemate Tapwrit in Belmont Stakes
Trainer Todd Pletcher said Louisiana Derby (G2) runner-up Patch will join stablemate Tapwrit in the June 10 Belmont Stakes (G1), after the pair worked five furlongs in company June 2 at Belmont Park.
Albarado Set for Return From Leg Fracture
Jockey Robby Albarado, who has been sidelined with a fractured leg since April 23 at Keeneland, is named to ride horses on the June 8 eight-race card at Churchill Downs.
Tapwrit Works Toward Belmont; True Timber Confirmed
Tapwrit, winner of the Lambholm South Tampa Bay Derby (G2) and sixth in the May 6 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (G1), worked five furlongs in 1:02.25 under his regular jockey Jose Ortiz in preparation for the Belmont Stakes (G1).
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