Mystik Dan, the winner of the 150th Kentucky Derby, will be racing in the Preakness Stakes next weekend, keeping alive the chance of seeing another Triple Crown winner. Trainer Kenny McPeek confirmed that the three-year-old colt will be participating in the second leg of the Triple Crown, which takes place at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore on May 18th. McPeek Racing made the announcement a week prior to the Preakness Stakes, stating that Mystik Dan is in good condition and will be ready to run in the race.
The decision to race Mystik Dan in the Preakness Stakes was discussed with the owners, Lance Gasaway, Daniel Hamby, Brent Gasaway, and Scot Hamby. Jockey Brian Hernandez Jr. will be riding Mystik Dan in the race, with McPeek praising the job Brian did in winning the Kentucky Derby. Mystik Dan’s victory in the Kentucky Derby was a photo-finish, marking the 10th time in history that the race was decided by a nose, and the first time since 1996. McPeek previously won the Preakness in 2020 with filly Swiss Skydiver.
The last Triple Crown winner was Justify in 2018, trained by Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert. McPeek’s decision to race Mystik Dan in the Preakness Stakes has sparked excitement among horse racing fans, as they hope to witness another Triple Crown winner. The close margin of victory in the Kentucky Derby has added to the anticipation surrounding Mystik Dan’s participation in the upcoming race at Pimlico Race Course. The announcement of Mystik Dan’s entry in the Preakness Stakes has generated interest in the event, with fans eagerly awaiting the outcome of the race.
Despite the close margin of victory in the Kentucky Derby, Mystik Dan’s performance has positioned him as a strong contender for the upcoming Preakness Stakes. With trainer Kenny McPeek and jockey Brian Hernandez Jr. leading the team, Mystik Dan will look to continue his winning streak and secure a victory in the second leg of the Triple Crown. The decision to race in the Preakness Stakes has been met with excitement and anticipation, as fans eagerly await the opportunity to witness another potential Triple Crown winner in the making.
