Source: BroBible
Summary
Eight Kentucky Derby winners have chosen not to participate in the Preakness Stakes, a crucial step towards achieving the Triple Crown. Reasons for skipping the Preakness include injury, illness, and strategic decisions to focus on other races or preserve the horse’s health. This article highlights the stories of these eight horses, including Determine, Tomy Lee, Gato Del Sol, Spend A Buck, Mandaloun, Rich Strike, Sovereignty, and Golden Tempo.
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The habit gets a new name.
The Kentucky Derby winners who skipped the Preakness Stakes are like the ultimate non-committal partners – they’re in it for the win, but not for the long haul. They’re like the horses that say, “I’m good, I’ll just stick to the Derby, thanks.” Determine was the first to pull out in 1954, and since then, seven others have followed suit. Some did it to avoid over-racing, while others chased bigger payouts or focused on their health. It’s like they’re saying, “Triple Crown? Nah, I’m good.”
Author: Evan Null
