What is the lineup for the 2019 Preakness Stakes?
Win Win Win and Bodexpress will look to redeem underwhelming finishes of ninth and 13th, respectively. Let's take the look at the lineup heading into Saturday's Preakness at Pimlico Race Course. 2019 Preakness Stakes Lineup (Jockey) 1. War of Will (Tyler Gaffalione) 2. Bourbon War (Irad Ortiz Jr.)
Who is the favorites to win the Preakness?
The ironically named Improbable is now the favorite to win the race. Bob Baffert only has one horse in this year's Preakness, and it's Improbable. Rounding out that superteam is jockey Mike Smith, who has two Preakness wins including last year, when he rode Justify to a Triple Crown.
Will improbable win the Preakness Stakes?
With arguably the wildest Kentucky Derby in history now behind us, the Preakness Stakes is shaping up to be fascinating. Maximum Security and Country House are both out, which creates a wide open field. The ironically named Improbable is now the favorite to win the race. Bob Baffert only has one horse in this year's Preakness, and it's Improbable.
What horse is Bob Baffert riding in the Preakness?
Bob Baffert only has one horse in this year's Preakness, and it's Improbable. Rounding out that superteam is jockey Mike Smith, who has two Preakness wins including last year, when he rode Justify to a Triple Crown. Which horse is going to win the Run for the Black-Eyed Susans? What long shot hits the board?
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Who came in fourth at the Arkansas Derby?
One thing to know: Laughing Fox came in fourth at the Arkansas Derby behind Omaha Beach, Improbable, and Country House. With two of those three horses skipping the Preakness, Laughing Fox could find himself a contender come Saturday.
Who won the Triple Crown with Justify?
One thing to know: Bob Baffert and Mike Smith won the Triple Crown together with Justify in 2018. Smith was set to ride favorite Omaha Beach at the Kentucky Derby this year, but his horse was forced to scratch in the days leading up to the race, leaving the jockey without a mount for the biggest race of the year. On Saturday, Smith will be back in the saddle.
Why did Market King scratch the Pat Day Mile?
One thing to know: Market King was forced to scratch from the Pat Day Mile due to injury, but is said to be ready to go ahead of the Preakness. Still, there's a reason he's a long shot on Saturday, as this distance might not be ideal for the race he likes to run.
Did Owendale qualify for the Kentucky Derby?
One thing to know: Owendale didn't qualify for the Kentucky Derby but has looked his best in his past two races. A confident ride from Florent Geroux could put him in contention on Saturday.
Who is the favourite in the Preakness Stakes?
Improbable, who was fourth at Churchill Downs, is the favourite.
Who is the trainer for Improbable Preakness?
Trainer Bob Baffert on Improbable Preakness work at Churchill Downs. @WLKY https://t.co/IPGRsx7mYI
Will there be a Triple Crown winner in 2019?
There will be no Triple Crown winner in 2019, although the Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course on Saturday should still be an absorbing occasion.