But for those of us who follow the sport, we understand that losing races is a daily part of life. It is the ability to come back strong that separates the winners from the losers.
Richard Eng
By RICHARD ENG SPECIAL / RJ
Nyquist (3-5) was made an overwhelming favorite by Pimlico morning linemaker Keith Feustle. Nyquist held off a fast rallying Exaggerator (3-1) to win the Kentucky Derby by more than a length.
By RICHARD ENG SPECIAL / RJ
If Nyquist can win the Preakness on May 21, he would set up the third straight Belmont Stakes with the Triple Crown on the line. That kind of excitement is great for horse racing.
By RICHARD ENG SPECIAL / RJ
Exaggerator seemed stuck on neutral this spring with losses in the San Vicente and San Felipe. But he exploded on an off-track to win the Santa Anita Derby. It is the fastest last race Beyer speed figure among the 20 Kentucky Derby starters.