Female trainer seeks historic Derby win with One King
Akiko Gothard, 68, aims to become the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner aboard One King in a five horse field at Churchill Downs. The Tokyo native, wartime survivor and former bloodstock agent earned psychology and English degrees, arriving in the U S in 1957 and training since 1993.
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Derby field narrowed to favored Excellent Meeting leads
Baffert weighs Oaks versus Derby with Excellent Meeting and General Challenge as early favorites in the 125th Derby. Mabee and Pegram back the filly but look to Baffert for the final decision while Prime Timber and others stand ready. Post positions list 20 three year olds with top jockeys named.
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Derby Talk and a Field of Unknowns in 1990s Races
The interview notes critique Derby media coverage with few recognizable horses and riders. It mentions Silver Charm and Lemon Drop Kid as sample names while listing past Derby winners like Go For Gin and Citation and reflecting on media focus and fame gaps in horse racing.
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