The road to the 2025 Kentucky Derby is heating up as six promising 2-year-old racehorses trained this past Sunday to prepare for their upcoming races. Among them is Barnes, a standout colt already making headlines for his impressive debut win. Let’s dive into the updates on each horse and what their performances might mean for the Derby season ahead.
Barnes: A Rising Star on the Track
Barnes, a $3.2 million colt owned by Zedan Racing Stables, is making waves early in his career. Trained by Bob Baffert, this Into Mischief colt worked four furlongs in 48.8 seconds on the Santa Anita track. This was the 19th fastest out of 56 works at that distance.
Barnes’ last race was a maiden win at Churchill Downs, where he covered 5 1/2 furlongs on November 27. His next big test will likely be the Grade 2 San Vicente Stakes this Saturday at Santa Anita. With such a strong start to his career, Barnes is a name to watch closely.
Caldera: A Strong Contender
Caldera, a colt sired by Liam’s Map and trained by D. Wayne Lukas, worked five furlongs in 1:01.4 at Oaklawn. This was the fifth fastest time among seven horses at that distance.
In his last race, Caldera placed second in a maiden event at Oaklawn on December 13. His steady improvement suggests he could be a serious contender as Derby prep races approach.
Disco Time: Showing Consistency
Disco Time, a colt by Not This Time, completed four furlongs in 49.2 seconds at Fair Grounds. This was the 18th fastest time among 65 horses.
Disco Time recently claimed an allowance race victory on November 30 at Churchill Downs, running one mile on the main track. With trainer Brad Cox guiding him, this horse could continue to make strides in the upcoming races.
Dr Ruben M: Building Momentum
Dr Ruben M, sired by Vino Rosso, clocked a time of 49.4 seconds for four furlongs at Santa Anita. This was his first workout since finishing fourth in the Remington Springboard Mile on December 13. Trainer Doug O’Neill will be looking to build on this horse’s early potential as he gears up for future races.
Hot Property: Solid and Steady
Hot Property, a Medaglia d’Oro colt, matched Disco Time’s time of 49.2 seconds for four furlongs at Fair Grounds. This was also the 18th fastest time at the distance.
After winning a maiden race at Fair Grounds on November 24, Hot Property is showing consistent form under trainer Brad Cox. Fans and bettors alike are keeping a close eye on his development.
Tiztastic: On the Upswing
Tiztastic, a colt by Tiz the Law, worked five furlongs in 1:02.0 at Fair Grounds, the second fastest time out of six works. Trained by Steve Asmussen, Tiztastic recently placed third in the Grade 2 Kentucky Jockey Club Stakes at Churchill Downs on November 30. With his solid performances, he remains a strong Derby hopeful.
What’s Next on the Derby Trail?
These six horses are all showing early promise, with trainers and owners fine-tuning their preparations for the Kentucky Derby prep season. From standout debut winners like Barnes to steady improvers like Tiztastic, each horse brings excitement to the Derby journey. Fans can look forward to more thrilling performances as these young stars race toward greatness.
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