Preakness fair odds: Female trainer has most likely winner
Horse Racing Nation • • sports
Key Points:
- Trainer Cherie DeVaux made history with Golden Tempo's Kentucky Derby win on May 2, and Brittany Russell aims to make history as the first woman to train a Preakness Stakes winner with her horse Taj Mahal on May 16.
- Taj Mahal, undefeated in three starts and owned by SF Racing, Madaket Stable, and Starlight Racing, is the favorite for the Preakness after a dominant 8 1/4-length victory in the Federico Tesio Stakes.
- Silent Tactic, who scratched from the Kentucky Derby to target the Preakness, has gained attention as a strong contender, especially after the withdrawal of Crude Velocity, and benefits from an ideal race setup.
- Racing Hall of Fame trainer Mark Casse reports that Silent Tactic has overcome previous training issues, boosting his chances in the Preakness.
- International betting markets suggest Silent Tactic may be the favorite, with Taj Mahal and Kentucky Derby third-place finisher Ocelli likely offering better value for bettors.
