2023 Kentucky Derby: Contenders and Predictions
A Wide-Open Race with Top Contenders
The 2023 Kentucky Derby is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory. With a field of 20 talented horses, there's no clear favorite and several contenders with a legitimate chance of winning the Run for the Roses.
Top Contenders
Among the top contenders are: *
Epicenter: The current favorite, Epicenter has won four of his last five starts, including the Breeders' Cup Juvenile and the Preakness Stakes. *
Classic Causeway: Another highly regarded horse, Classic Causeway has won two of his last three starts, including the Florida Derby. *
Zandon: Zandon has shown great consistency, finishing in the top three in all of his last five starts, including a win in the Blue Grass Stakes.
Other Contenders
Other horses to watch include: *
Mo Donegal: Mo Donegal won the Wood Memorial Stakes and has been improving with each start. *
Tiz the Bomb: Tiz the Bomb is a late-bloomer who has won his last two starts in impressive fashion. *
Simplification: Simplification has been showing steady improvement and could surprise some people.
A Wide-Open Race
With so many talented horses in the field, it's difficult to predict who will win the 2023 Kentucky Derby. However, one thing is for sure: it's going to be an exciting race that will be remembered for years to come.
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