For most trainers and owners, the road to the Kentucky Derby has been a long one to be sure. Just when it looked like they had a shoo-in for the trophy, another horse would come along (Big Brown?) and steal their thunder. Such is the case with one-time Derby favorite Pyro.
The winner of the Louisiana Derby and the Risen Star Stakes, Pyro was the even-money favorite going into the Grade 1 $750,000 Blue Grass Stakes last weekend at Keeneland...but finished disappointing 10th.
Ouch.
Prior to last weekend's race, Pyro had never been out of the money in his six career starts. So why the poor finish? According to his jockey (Shaun Bridgmohan), Pyro didn't really take to the synthetic Polytrack. He does, however, race well on dirt.
Which brings me to my second reason why Pyro is still very much in the running to win the Kentucky Derby: Churchill Downs is a fast track and Pyro is one fast horse. Reason No. 3: Pyro is a competitor. Last weekend's gig didn't really have any real competitors. Reason No. 4: Pyro's stable mate is Curlin. Reason No. 5: Best Name Ever. Pyro? How hot is that?
Currently Pyro is sitting at 8/1 odds to win the Kentucky Derby. Do your Kentucky Derby betting early while the odds are at their best!
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