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Gunnevera Seeks First Grade 1 Victory in Florida Derby

By Jordan Sigmon

2017 Fountain of Youth Stakes (GII) winner Gunnevera. Photo: Coglianese

2017 Fountain of Youth Stakes (GII) winner Gunnevera. Photo: Coglianese

Since the turn of the century, winners of the Florida Derby (GI) have gone on to win six Triple Crown races — five Kentucky Derby winners and a Belmont Winner. It has also served as an important stallion-making race, producing the likes of Empire Maker, Harlan’s Holiday, Scat Daddy and Quality Road.

On a Derby Trail muddied with injuries, antics, and disappointments, Peacock Racing Stables LLC’s Gunnevera has been the face of consistency this year. As talented Gunnevera was… (more)

 

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