Journalism

3-1
Morning line odds

Owner

Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners, Bridlewood Farm, Don Alberto Stable, LaPenta, Robert V., Elayne Stables Five, Magnier, Mrs. John, Tabor, Michael B. and Smith, Derrick

Trainer

Michael W. McCarthy

Jockey

Rispoli, Umberto

Breeder

Don Alberto Corporation

Earnings

$600,000

Color

Bay

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Who is Kentucky Derby horse Journalism?

A testament to patient development by trainer Michael McCarthy, Journalism has blossomed into one of the division's most consistent performers. The Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners colorbearer announced his arrival with a victory in the Los Alamitos Futurity (G2) in December, earning his first 10 Kentucky Derby qualifying points.

His 3-year-old campaign reached new heights with a dominant victory in the San Felipe Stakes (G2), followed by a powerful win in the Santa Anita Derby (G1), collecting 137.5 Derby points total. Under Umberto Rispoli in the Kentucky Derby, Journalism validated his West Coast form with a strong second-place finish to Sovereignty, beaten just over a length after a wide trip.

Two weeks later at Pimlico, Journalism turned the tables in the Preakness Stakes (G1). Sent off as the favorite, he delivered a professional performance under Rispoli to capture the middle jewel of the Triple Crown, defeating Gosger and Sandman on a fast track. The victory, worth $1.2 million, pushed his career earnings well past $2.5 million.

His tactical versatility and professional demeanor make him a formidable opponent in any situation, and his consistency -- having never finished worse than third -- marks him as one of the most reliable members of his generation. With the Preakness victory adding to his resume, he stands as a leading candidate for divisional honors.

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#5 Journalism ($7.60) reports to the finish line first in the @losalracing Futurity (GII) to earn 10 @KentuckyDerby points. #KyDerby151

Jockey: @umbyrispoli
Trainer: @mwmracing #TwinSpiresReplay pic.twitter.com/dmmNwVzFjQ

— TwinSpires Racing 🏇 (@TwinSpires) December 15, 2024

Pedigree

Sire Name Curlin

Dam Name Mopotism

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