2020 Kentucky Derby names that recall figures of the past

The Kentucky Derby favorite is a perfectly-named son of Constitution and Tizfiz, and who better to spring to mind first when thinking of one of the founding documents of our current republic than James Madison. Generally regarded as the 'Father of the Constitution,' the fourth president's connection to racing was tenuous at best in his own time. However, his Montpelier estate in Virginia later proved a breeding ground for notable Thoroughbreds during the 20th century when under the stewardship of Marion duPont Scott. 

A subtle but cleverly-named son of Paynter, the gray gelding's nomenclature brings to mind Edouard Manet, the French painter of the 19th century who socialized in Impressionist circles. Art-loving racing fans would be familiar with his noted 1866 work The Races at Longchamp, presently on display at the Art Institute of Chicago.