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Preakness Stakes (G1) Laurel Park

Distance: 1 3/16 Miles G1 Par OPI: 100
Update Finalized
June 21, 2026

Official Field Analysis: Preakness Stakes (G1)

Post: 6:50 PM ET

The logic shifts on the **Ocelli** correction. By applying the [1/5 RULE] to the Derby finishers, we find that Ocelli and Incredibolt are significantly faster than the "New Shooters".

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OPI Pedigree Deep-Dive

Stamina is the separator. Our OPI Index flags Iron Honor (9.5) as a genetic standout, but our [QUALIFIED] efficiency analysis proves Ocelli is the superior athlete.

Top OPI Score
9 Iron Honor
OPI Score 95.2
Comp. Grade A
Recent Speed 95
Lifetime Track & Distance Filter Result
9.5-Furlong Stamina + Laurel Track Experience. [OVR] Class Override Active.

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OPI Confidence: High
  • Pedigree Index20%
Analysis calibrated for: Fair Surface
1
Taj Mahal
ML: 5/1
stalker
ELITE OVERLAY

Undefeated at Laurel Park. Passes the track hard filter. Home court advantage provides a massive boost to his OPI score.

2
Ocelli
ML: 6/1
stalker
ELITE OVERLAY

Derby 3rd place finisher. Pedigree Index passes the 9.5f distance filter. Should benefit from a collapsing pace.

3
Crupper
ML: 15/1
closer
RISKY OVERLAY

Bath House Row winner but faces a significant class hike here. Fails distance hard filter as he has yet to run beyond 9 furlongs.

4
Robusta
ML: 10/1
stalker
ELITE OVERLAY

Verified classic distance experience at 10f trip in the Derby. San Felipe performance keeps his grade high. Passes distance filter.

5
Talkin
ML: 8/1
presser
RISKY OVERLAY

Shown G1 ability in the Blue Grass and Champagne. However, has yet to prove he can handle the 9.5f distance. Fails distance filter.

6
Chip Honcho
ML: 5/1
speed
FAIR VALUE

Strong early speed but likely to be pressured. Fails distance filter based on Risen Star fade.

7
The Hell We Did
ML: 15/1
presser
RISKY OVERLAY

Morning motion indicates peak fitness, but numbers suggest a paper contender at this distance.

8
Bull by the Horns
ML: 20/1
stalker
RISKY OVERLAY

Synthetic specialist. Dirt speed figures are well below the average winning speed for this grade.

9
Iron Honor
ML: 4/1
presser
FAIR VALUE

Top OPI score. Nyquist pedigree handles distance shift. Gotham win is the highest class point in field.

10
Napoleon Solo
ML: 12/1
presser
RISKY OVERLAY

G1 Champagne winner. Back-class is significant, though speed figures have dipped since layoff.

11
Corona de Oro
ML: 30/1
presser
RISKY OVERLAY

Honest Lexington 3rd, but faces much deeper class here. Fails both hard filters.

12
Incredibolt
ML: 8/1
stalker
ELITE OVERLAY

Only horse coming off a Derby 6th. Proven at 10f, making the 9.5f distance filter an easy pass.

13
Great White
ML: 15/1
presser
RISKY OVERLAY

Faded in Blue Grass. Morning works suggest he has not yet recovered form. Fails distance filter.

14
Pretty Boy Miah
ML: 20/1
speed
RISKY OVERLAY

Sharp recent speed, but the outside draw and distance profile make him a paper contender.

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Track Intelligence Engine
Data Sync: May 17, 2026 - 9:30 am EDT Projected Model: No Guarantee of Results
Post Horse OPI Pedigree Comp Grade Recent Speed OPI Score Status
1 Taj Mahal 5/1 9.4 B+ 101 94.6 REAL WINNER
2 Ocelli 6/1 9.1 A 97 93.5 REAL WINNER
3 Crupper 15/1 8.5 B- 89 84.1 PAPER
4 Robusta 10/1 9.3 A- 79 91.8 REAL WINNER
5 Talkin 8/1 9.2 A 91 93.2 PAPER
6 Chip Honcho 5/1 9.0 A- 97 92.3 PAPER
7 The Hell We Did 15/1 8.8 B 93 91.6 PAPER
8 Bull by the Horns 20/1 8.8 C 85 80.4 PAPER
9 Iron Honor 4/1 9.5 A 95 95.2 REAL WINNER
10 Napoleon Solo 12/1 9.4 A- 90 93.7 PAPER
11 Corona de Oro 30/1 8.6 B- 91 81.7 PAPER
12 Incredibolt 8/1 9.1 A 100 92.7 REAL WINNER
13 Great White 15/1 8.7 B 92 86.8 PAPER
14 Pretty Boy Miah 20/1 8.9 C+ 95 82.4 PAPER

OPI Watchlist: Preakness

Ocelli (6/1)

Style: stalker

A [QUALIFIED]
OPI Scout: [1/5 RULE] The Fractional Elite (96.0). Individual 10f Derby time (2:02.47) is mathematically superior to the field. Physical winner over paper distance holders.
Taj Mahal (5/1)

Style: stalker

B+
OPI Scout: The Local Hero (94.6). Elite Recent Speed Figure (101). Undefeated record at Laurel provides a significant home court advantage.
Incredibolt (8/1)

Style: stalker

A
OPI Scout: The Class Anchor. Proven at 10f, making the 9.5f distance filter an easy pass. Most battle-tested Competitive Grade in the field.
Iron Honor (4/1)

Style: presser

B [PAPER]
OPI Scout: The High-Risk Favorite. Elite 9.5 Pedigree Index, but fractional deceleration in the Gotham suggests he will struggle with the 1.5-furlong "Pimlico Burn" at Laurel.
The "Hard Filter" Forecast

Hard Filter Alert: Ocelli is [QUALIFIED] as a "Real Winner" via [OVR] Class Override. Taj Mahal and Incredibolt remain primary qualifiers for track/distance. Iron Honor is downgraded to a [PAPER] contender due to projected fractional fatigue.

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