The RP’s Weekly Web Gems: The Politics of Speed

In honor of one of Kentucky’s oldest and greatest traditions this week’s Politics of Speed will focus solely on this weekend’s 137th Kentucky Derby. First up, get the results of the Derby prep races. [Thoroughbred Times]

Horse Racing Nation has a wealth of information on all the contenders. They also allow readers to rank each horse. Check out the ratings and give your own! [Horse Racing Nation]

The Louisville Courier-Journal has your guide to other events and attractions to occupy yourself during Derby weekend while the horses aren’t racing. [Courier-Journal]

Here are the Derby contenders ranked by money-earned. Predictably, Uncle Mo, the current money leader is also the early favorite to win. [Daily Racing Forum]

Calvin Borel is (arguably) the face of horse racing, having won 3 of the past 4 Kentucky Derby’s. However, he still has not found a horse for May 7th. [Thoroughbred Times]