Triple Crown Racing

Made up from the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes and the Belmont Stakes, winning the Triple Crown is considered to be the greatest achievement for a 3-year-old Thoroughbred racehorse.

Here we study previous winners, near misses and hard luck stories. We debate the reasons why no horse has managed the feat since Affirmed was successful in 1978, and consider prospective chances for future renewals.

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Rookie Jockey Mario Gutierrez Wins Kentucky Derby and Preakness

If I'll Have Another, piloted by rookie jockey Mario Gutierrez, exits the Preakness in good condition, the pair will try to win the 12th ever Triple Crown.

May 20, 2012 – BarbaraAnne Helberg

I'll Have Another Wins Preakness and Heads To Belmont Stakes

In another rundown of Bodemeister in the stretch, I'll Have Another won the 137th Preakness Stakes and heads to Belmont Park for a Triple Crown attempt.

May 19, 2012 – BarbaraAnne Helberg

Kentucky Derby Winner I'll Have Another Will Compete in Preakness

Once was not enough for Kentucky Derby winner I'll Have Another. The Flower Alley colt will head to Pimlico Race Course to try to take another TC race.

May 8, 2012 – BarbaraAnne Helberg

Baffert's Kentucky Derby Favorite Bodemeister Post Position Six

Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert has the Kentucky Derby favorite yet again. His Bodemeister is in Gate Six and Baffert said he won't take the colt back.

May 3, 2012 – BarbaraAnne Helberg

Also Eligible List To Be Used For Kentucky Derby Contenders

It's an overflow crowd for the 2012 Kentucky Derby. An also eligible list will allow a 21st entry. My Adonis is the horse on the bubble who may get a gate.

May 2, 2012 – BarbaraAnne Helberg

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