The Race is On!

This is the link to the Holy Bull Stakes run on Sunday and won very decisively by Algorithims, son of Bernardini, who overcame Hansen mid-stretch. Hansen, the early favorite for the Kentucky Derby (before this race), led for most of the race until the Todd Pletcher trained Algorithims caught and easily passed him down the stretch. The victory handed Pletcher his third win of the day.

This was the third start for Algorithims and the first stakes appearance and he looked impressive even on a sloppy track.

So the race to the starting gate for the Derby officially is under way. One of Pletcher's other winners on Sunday is El Padrino of whom there are rumored to be Triple Crown hopes.

Of course it is very early to start placing your bets. Union Rags is slated for the Fountain of Youth on Feb 26 so we'll get to see the other horse surrounded by buzz.

Let the games begin!