Analysis: 2026 Preakness Run Styles

Thu May 14 2026James Scully

The 2026 Preakness (G1) has attracted a preponderance of speed types among its 14 entrants, with a fast early tempo appearing probable for the 1 3/16-mile race.
Tipsheet: 2026 Preakness Stakes

Thu May 14 2026John Mucciolo

A well-matched field of 14 three-year-olds will run 1 3 /16 miles over the Laurel Park dirt surface in Saturday’s historic, $2 million Preakness (G1).
2026 Preakness Brisnet Speed Rating Report

Thu May 14 2026James Scully

Brisnet Speed Rating Report for the 2026 Preakness Stakes (G1), including a look at recent Preakness winners and analysis of top contenders.
Everything to know about the 2026 Preakness post positions

Thu May 14 2026J. Keeler Johnson

How relevant are historical post position statistics for determining which horses drew favorable post positions in Saturday’s $2 million Preakness (G1) at Laurel Park?
2026 Preakness Stakes purse: How much prize money the winning owner and trainer will earn

Thu May 14 2026J. Keeler Johnson

The purse of the Preakness (G1) has come a long way since its inaugural running in 1873, when the winning horse earned $1,850 and the runner-up $200.
STUDY: Is skipping the Preakness beneficial for Belmont horses?

Thu May 14 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Does skipping the Preakness give Kentucky Derby starters an advantage in the Belmont? Or has this prep approach become so widespread that wins are inevitable?
2026 Preakness Stakes: Odds, Picks, News and Notes

Wed May 13 2026TwinSpires Staff

The Preakness News and Notes is a one stop shop for everything you need to know about Preakness Stakes Weekend.
Iron Honor slight early favorite in Preakness

Mon May 11 2026TwinSpires Staff

A field of 14 has been entered for the $1.5 million Preakness (G1) at Laurel on Saturday, the second leg of the Triple Crown.
2026 Kentucky Derby: How far did the top finishers run?

Wed May 06 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Just how much extra ground did Golden Tempo cover by racing wide in the Kentucky Derby? And did any of the other starters run farther?
Yes, She Did: Cherie DeVaux Becomes the First, But Not the Last

Tue May 05 2026Jennifer Kelly

Cherie DeVaux, her life devoted to horses from her earliest days, became the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner. Her victory is a reminder of something simple: that all any of us needs is a chance, and we can do great things.
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Golden Tempo

Sat May 02 2026J. Keeler Johnson

Can Golden Tempo go where no son of Curlin has gone before: to the Kentucky Derby (G1) winner’s circle?
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Ocelli

Sat May 02 2026J. Keeler Johnson

A rallying third-place finish in the 1 1/8-mile Wood Memorial (G2) launched Ocelli into the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) picture.
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Danon Bourbon

Sat May 02 2026J. Keeler Johnson

A powerful homestretch drive carried Danon Bourbon to a 3 1/2-length victory in the Fukuryu S. on the Japan Road to the Kentucky Derby.