Nicanor has his work cut out for him on Saturday in the Virginia Derby, which CBS is broadcasting (check your local listings). He is facing a talented field in the Grade 2 Race, but he is the morning line favorite.
Having drawn the #4 post position, with Jose Lezcano aboard, Nicanor will have to face experienced 3-year olds, including Battle of Hastings, a British-bred gelding. He is coming off a win in the Colonial Turf Cup. Hold Me Back, who finished 12th in the Kentucky Derby, is also in the race. It will be his turf debut.
Who knows how Nicky will fare but I don't think we are looking at a 15 1/4 length victory by anyone. I also know that Michael Matz would not enter a horse unless he thought he was A) ready and B) had a legitimate chance. There will also be legions of fans to cheer Nicky on and some might say, a certain brotherly presence watching from above.
The other factor that might come into play is the weather. There is a chance of thunderstorms predicted on Saturday on the East coast which may or may not include Virginia. If it rains heavily, they may either delay the race or move it off the turf. Who knows what would happen in that case.
All in all, a typical horse racing day--when anything can happen. That's what makes it fun and exciting!
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