Get ready for an exciting showdown at the Robert B. Lewis Stakes! The battle for racing supremacy is about to unfold. With Bob Baffert's incredible seven-year winning streak on the line, this year's race promises to be a thrilling spectacle. But here's where it gets interesting: a new contender, Intrepido, is stepping up to challenge Baffert's dominance.
Intrepido, owned by Dutch Girl Holdings and IrvingVentures, is no ordinary horse. This talented colt has already proven its mettle by winning the prestigious American Pharoah Stakes and placing fifth in the Breeders' Cup Juvenile. And that's not all; the owners also boast another champion, Queen Maxima, a multiple graded stakes winner who has already claimed victory in the Las Cienegas Stakes this year.
Trained by the capable Jeff Mullins, Intrepido has shown consistent improvement, winning twice in four starts last year. Under Mullins' guidance, this horse has earned valuable Kentucky Derby points, and with the Lewis Stakes offering double the eligibility points, the stakes are higher than ever.
But Baffert isn't one to back down easily. With a record-breaking 13 victories in the Lewis Stakes, including the recent wins of Nysos and Citizen Bull, he's a force to be reckoned with. And his entries this year, Desert Gate and Plutarch, are no slouches either. Both horses have already earned Derby points, with Desert Gate coming off a strong second-place finish in the Del Mar Futurity.
And this is the part most people miss: Baffert's third runner, Cherokee Nation, might be a maiden, but it has shown tremendous potential, placing second in two maiden races.
As the race approaches, the tension builds. Will Baffert continue his winning streak, or will Intrepido and its owners claim their moment in the spotlight?
The Robert B. Lewis Stakes promises to be a thrilling contest, and with so much at stake, it's sure to leave a lasting impression. So, who do you think will emerge victorious? Will it be Baffert's experience and track record, or will Intrepido's rising star shine brightest? Let's find out!
Remember, in the world of horse racing, anything can happen, and it's these unexpected twists that make the sport so captivating. So, keep an eye on this race, and don't forget to share your predictions and thoughts in the comments!
Entries for the Robert B. Lewis Stakes:
- Desert Gate (KY) - Juan J. Hernandez (jockey) - Bob Baffert (trainer) - 6/5 odds
- Plutarch (KY) - Florent Geroux - Bob Baffert - 4/1
- Cherokee Nation (KY) - Antonio Fresu - Bob Baffert - 5/1
- Intrepido (KY) - Hector Isaac Berrios - Jeff Mullins - 7/2
- Briggs Armypower (KY) - Tyler Baze - Daniel M. Jensen - 30/1
- Robusta (KY) - Emisael Jaramillo - Doug F. O'Neill - 15/1
- Secured Freedom (VA) - Kazushi Kimura - Tim Yakteen - 6/1
