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2024 Tampa Bay Derby Probable Contenders

Let’s dive into the probable field for the 2024 Tampa Bay Derby, analyzing each contender’s past performances, trainers, jockeys, and their potential to emerge victorious in this Kentucky Derby 2024 prep race.

2024 Tampa Bay Derby Field

1. No More Time

  • Sire: Not This Time
  • Trainer: Jose Francisco D’Angelo
  • Last Start: 1st in the 2024 Sam F. Davis G3
  • Analysis: No More Time has shown promise, winning the Sam F. Davis G3. Keep an eye on this colt as he steps up to the Tampa Bay Derby.

2. Heartened

  • Sire: Street Boss
  • Trainer: Todd A. Pletcher
  • Last Start: 1st in a Tam MSW (2/10/24-R2)
  • Analysis: Heartened’s recent victory in a maiden special weight race indicates improving form. Pletcher’s expertise adds to his chances.

3. Bail Us Out

  • Sire: Lookin At Lucky
  • Trainer: Todd A. Pletcher
  • Last Start: 1st in a GP MSW (2/3/24-R4)
  • Analysis: Bail Us Out’s debut win suggests potential. Pletcher’s dual entry makes him a formidable contender.

4. Domestic Product

  • Sire: Practical Joke
  • Trainer: Chad C. Brown
  • Last Start: 2nd in the 2024 Holy Bull G3
  • Analysis: Domestic Product’s Holy Bull performance was solid. Brown’s training prowess enhances his chances.

5. Drip

  • Sire: Good Magic
  • Trainer: D Whitworth
  • Last Start: 1st in a MSW at Fair Grounds
  • Analysis: Sprinted clear going 6f over a sloppy track on the Risen Star undercard. Did not switch leads down the lane. Grandsire Super Saver won the Derby on a sloppy track.

6. Everdoit

  • Sire: Gary D
  • Trainer: Kevin Rice
  • Last Start: 12th in the 2024 Sam Davis G3
  • Analysis:

7. Northshore Drive

  • Sire: Fort Loudon
  • Trainer: Ralph Nicks
  • Last Start: 2nd in a GP AlwOC (2/3/24-R6)
  • Analysis:

8. Give Me Liberty

  • Sire: Constitution
  • Trainer: Robertino Diodoro
  • Last Start: 2nd in a MSW at Oaklawn Park
  • Analysis:

9. Good Money

  • Sire: Good Magic
  • Trainer: Chad C. Brown
  • Last Start: 1st in a Tam MSW (1/26/24-R8)
  • Analysis: Good Money’s maiden win was impressive. Brown’s colt could surprise.

10. Tour Guide

  • Sire: Accelerate
  • Trainer: Saffie Joseph
  • Last Start: 1st in a MdnOC at Gulfstream Park
  • Analysis:

Race Outlook and Odds

  • The Tampa Bay Derby offers 50-20-10-15-5 Kentucky Derby qualifying points.
  • It’s a wide-open field with plenty of potential surprises.

As the contenders line up at Tampa Bay Downs, the anticipation builds. Who will emerge as the next star on the Derby trail?