Forte, Derma Sotogake among Kentucky Derby horses to watch
By BETH HARRIS
AP Racing Writer
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — The starting gate in the Kentucky Derby will contain 19 horses aiming to run 1 1/4 miles, many for the first time. The distance and the traffic-choked conditions typically eliminate half the field in the opening quarter-mile. Among those to watch are Forte, the early 3-1 favorite, and Tapit Trice, the second choice at 5-1. Both are trained by Todd Pletcher. Also keep an eye on Japan’s Derma Sotogake, 3-1 third choice Angel of Empire and 20-1 shot Confidence Game in the race to wear the garland of red roses.
