Dortmund, American Pharoah vie for favorite in 141st Derby (The Associated Press)
Bob Baffert is riding high these days, knowing he holds a pair of aces heading into the Kentucky Derby. The white-haired trainer has the probable favorite in either undefeated Dortmund or American Pharoah, giving him a double shot at winning America’s greatest race for the fourth time. At 62, having survived a heart attack three years ago in Dubai, Baffert feels grateful to be back in position to win another Derby, which would move him into a tie for second-most among trainers. I can’t believe I’m so fortunate to be in this position with two outstanding 3-year-olds like I have.” Todd Pletcher is even luckier.