Derby Uncertainty: Ted Nafi Leads Unclear 2026 Contender Field

Resources

Resources & Recommendations

Books

• "The Curse of Apollo" - Mentioned as a concept related to horses not running as two-year-olds and still winning the Kentucky Derby.

Videos & Documentaries

• Halterman's video from this week at racingdudes.com - Referenced for his top five Kentucky Derby contenders.

Research & Studies

• Study on horses winning the Breeders' Cup Juvenile and the Kentucky Derby - Discussed in relation to Ted Nafi's potential.

Tools & Software

• Stable Stakes - A platform for horse racing fantasy games where users pick jockeys, trainers, and sires instead of race winners.

Articles & Papers

• Coverage of the Claiming Crown - Available on the Racing Dudes website.

People Mentioned

• Bob Baffert - Trainer whose horses' training and racing schedules have become unpredictable, leading to skepticism about future wagers on his entries.
• Chad Summers - Trainer of Napoleon Solo, mentioned as a capable trainer who can win big races.
• Dennis - Listener who inquired about coverage of the Claiming Crown.
• Forte - Horse mentioned as a comparison to Ted Nafi, indicating a similar path to the Derby.
• Gun Runner - Horse mentioned as an example of a horse racing longer due to the Pegasus World Cup.
• John White - Mentioned as a tour guide for Disneyland.
• Mage - Horse that won the Kentucky Derby, mentioned in the context of Forte.
• Magic Mike - Host of a show that the Blinkers Off hosts may appear on.
• Medina Spirit - Horse mentioned in relation to Bob Baffert's training and racing unpredictability.
• Mr. AP - Horse ranked number three on the top five list, with good two-turn races.
• Saffie Joseph - Trainer with multiple promising two-year-old fillies for the June Stakes.
• Scottie - A successful player on Stable Stakes, having won multiple contests.
• Tracy - Mentioned as an expert tour guide for Disneyland.
• Arrogate - Horse that won the first Pegasus, then went on to win in Dubai and the Breeders' Cup Classic.

Organizations & Institutions

• Jockey Club - Mentioned as the issuer of the "New Owner of the Year" award.
• The Office - TV show referenced for a comparison to a stressful vacation.

Courses & Educational Resources

• Disney World navigation strategies - Mentioned as complex and requiring planning, akin to having a doctorate.

Websites & Online Resources

• Racing Dudes - Website providing free and premium horse racing picks, coverage of the Claiming Crown, and podcast episodes.
• Stablestakes.com - Platform for daily fantasy sports with horse racing.

Other Resources

• "The Sandman" - Mentioned in relation to the popularity of a horse that brought "eyeballs to the sport."
• 67 (number) - A modern slang term replacing "69," used by kids.
• 69 (number) - A traditional slang term, now potentially replaced by "67."
• Disney World - Destination for a family vacation, discussed in terms of planning and navigating the parks.
• Universal Studios - Another theme park destination for a family vacation.
• Allegiant Air - Airline mentioned for a flight to Las Vegas, characterized as a budget option.
• Frontier Airlines - Airline mentioned in relation to an incident flying into Las Vegas.
• Dudes Who Bet Sports - A platform or show where the hosts may appear.
• The Magic Mike Show - A show that the hosts may appear on.
• The Office - TV show referenced for a comparison to a stressful vacation.
• Kentucky Derby 2026 - The primary topic of discussion, with early contenders being analyzed.
• Pegasus World Cup - Race discussed in terms of its value and its impact on horse racing schedules.
• Saudi Cup - Race mentioned as having negatively impacted the Pegasus World Cup by offering higher prize money.
• Dubai World Cup - Race discussed in relation to the original intent of the Pegasus World Cup.
• Breeders' Cup Classic - Mentioned in relation to the Pegasus World Cup and its impact on horse careers.
• Breeders' Cup Juvenile - Race won by Ted Nafi.
• Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile - Race mentioned in relation to potential Baffert horse performances.
• Breeders' Cup Filly Sprint - Race mentioned in relation to the horse "One Magic Philly."
• Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Sprint - Race mentioned in relation to horses that ran well for Baffert.
• Breeders' Cup Turf Race - Won by "Warm Heart."
• Breeders' Cup Sprint - Race where "Imagination" ran well.
• Breeders' Cup Phily and Mare Turf - Mentioned as a "Breeders' Cup light" type race.
• Breeders' Cup Phily Sprint - Race mentioned in relation to "One Magic Philly."
• Breeders' Cup - The major championship event in horse racing.
• Kentucky Oaks undercard - Where "Shred the Nar" had an impressive allowance win.
• The Hopeful - Race where "Buta" was the favorite and finished second.
• Bob Hope Stakes - A race at Del Mar that did not fill.
• Jockey Club Oaks - A Grade 3 race at Aqueduct.
• Chiluky Stakes - A Grade 3 race at Churchill Downs.
• June Stakes - A race at Gulfstream Park for two-year-old fillies.