Summary:
Jaycito is no longer being pointed to the Kentucky Derby. The news is not a real shocker seeing as he has been battling a bruised foot and missed several planned prep races and workouts. The Belmont Stakes could still be in the cards. His absence allows Watch Me Go to enter the Derby scene with Shackleford on deck// Interestingly, Churchill Downs published an updated graded earnings list on their website Sunday that had Astrology back among the top 20. It was quickly removed, but when CTD asked Director of Communications Darren Rogers for clarification, he responded Astrology was “unlikely, but let’s wait and see if Derby Fever hits”//
Another rainy Louisville morning didn’t stop two contenders from putting in official works. Stay Thirsty blazed a bullet five panels in a minute flat with Calvin Borel aboard. While it was stated publicly that Borel was testing the colt for his rail-skimming ability, there were also rumors he has the inside track to run European invader Master Of Hounds in the Derby. Mucho Macho Man took an extended seven furlongs, but wasn’t pressed too much. Trainer Kathy Ritvo says it was merely a maintenance move. He seemed to enjoy the messy track while kicking his front legs very high. Midnight Interlude was also swishing around and seemed to be playing more than working. He needed some encouragement to leave the track as he was having too much fun. Decisive Moment continues to get low whisper praise as he glides over the wet conditions effortlessly// Jennie Rees was able to get some newsworthy quotes from Todd Pletcher. He sounds very positive on Uncle Mo’s recovery from a GI tract infection// more…
Articles:
· Jaycito withdrawn from Derby consideration (Bloodhorse)
· Soggy track? No problem for 2011 Kentucky Derby horses who worked Sunday at Churchill Downs (Courier Journal)
· Churchill Downs Sunday notes (Downey Profile)
· Mucho Macho man gets glue-on shoes (Courier Journal Blog)
· Pletcher on Mo: I’ve lost no confidence in his ability (Courier Journal Blog)
· 13 Ways to blow your Kentucky Derby bet (A Leg Up Blog)
· Not much to get excited about in Kentucky Derby (Philly Burbs)
Rankings:
· Dialed In tops Kentucky Derby hopefuls (Saratogian)
Works:
· Stay Thirsty: CD- 5F- 1.00:00- B- 1/19 (Sloppy)
· Mucho Macho Man: CD- 7F- 1.29:20- B- 1/1 (Sloppy)
