See Article / Wednesday, April 22, 2026 / Categories: Equestrians 12-Second Furlongs Portend Kentucky Derby Success Dick Downey writes that many Kentucky Derby (G1) winners showed steadiness in their splits in their final Derby preps, pointing to their ability to handle the 1 1/4-mile first leg of the Triple Crown. Previous Article 4 Key Plotlines that Can Shape Doncaster Breeze-Up Sale Next Article Graded Stakes Wins Earns Irad Ortiz Jr. Jockey of Week Print 5 Rate this article: No rating Please login or register to post comments.