Winner of the Southwest Stakes, Denis of Cork is also a 12/1 fourth-choice favorite to win the Kentucky Derby. In order to make the most of that big race it seems he’s been ordered to take some time off now to rest up.

“He’s a big, light-framed horse, and we feel he’s doing better with spacing [between his races],” said Denis of Cork’s trainer, David Carroll. “Lots of discussion has gone into it, and we feel very comfortable with that decision. Now, our focus switches to his next race.”

Kentucky Derby Contender: Denis of Cork
Trainer: David Carroll
Jockey: Robby Albarado
Owner: Mr. & Mrs. William K and Warren Jr.
Graded Earnings: $150,000
Race Record: 3-3-0-0

Past Performances
Recent Workouts
NTRA Profile

Denis of Cork is the son of promising sire Harlan’s Holiday. He crushed Oaklawn rivals but will skip the Rebel Stakes on March 15 (Grade 2) at Oaklawn Park and await either the Wood Memorial (Grade 1) or the Illinois Derby (Grade 2) on April 5.