Tappan Street

Who is Kentucky Derby horse Tappan Street?

Tappan Street, a bay colt by leading sire Into Mischief out of Virginia Key (by Distorted Humor), has emerged as a serious Kentucky Derby contender following an impressive 1 1/4-length victory in the 1 1/8-mile Florida Derby (G1) at Gulfstream Park. Trained by Brad Cox, this WinStar Farm, CHC, and Cold Press Racing-owned colt has shown remarkable progression through his three career starts, compiling a record of two wins and one second while earning $643,400.

His pedigree combines Into Mischief's brilliant speed with Distorted Humor's stamina influence through his dam's side, suggesting he should handle classic distances. His running style has evolved from his maiden win at seven furlongs to showing tactical versatility in routes, demonstrating the ability to either press the pace or settle and make one run. His recent stakes victory at nine furlongs was particularly impressive, as he settled three-wide before asserting his dominance in the stretch to win by 1 1/4 lengths. His consistent workout pattern at Payson Park, including a sharp five-furlong move in 1:01.80, indicates he's maintaining his conditioning while developing stamina.

The colt's rapid progression from maiden winner to graded stakes performer, combined with his efficient stride and professional demeanor, suggests he has the potential to handle the Kentucky Derby's 1 1/4-mile distance. Under Cox's patient handling, Tappan Street appears to be peaking at the right time for the Triple Crown trail.

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