The Road to the highly anticipated Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve takes a significant turn as the first part concludes on Saturday. The Gun Runner Stakes at Fair Grounds marks the end of the 2-year-old preps, setting the stage for the newly turned 3-year-olds. In January, these young horses will embark on a journey towards destiny on the first Saturday in May, facing a demanding slate of preps along the way.

Uncover the Path to the Kentucky Derby's Glory

Built (7-2)

After an October maiden win at Keeneland, this horse has been given a rest. Now, he is set to try two turns for the first time, and his breeding suggests he is well-suited for it. His speed figure from that maiden win is quite competitive here, making him a horse worth considering.Corey Lanerie will be aboard, and trainer Wayne Catalano is confident in his abilities.

Render Judgment (4-1)

In the Kentucky Jockey Club Stakes, Render Judgment rallied wide while finishing fifth. With a smaller five-horse field, this should not be a problem for him. His late speed gives him an edge and makes him a dangerous contender.Brian J. Hernandez Jr. will be in the saddle, and trainer Ken McPeek is optimistic about his chances.

Magnitude (2-1)

After a disappointing seventh in the Iroquois Stakes, Magnitude rebounded with a sharp allowance win at Churchill Downs. If he can take another step forward here, he will be a tough horse to beat.Jose Ortiz will be guiding him, and trainer Steve Asmussen is confident in his progress.

Chris’s Revenge (6-1)

In a starter allowance race, Chris’s Revenge finished fourth. He seems to be a bit behind the others in this field, but there is still potential for him to shine.Jaime Torres will be riding, and trainer Brittany Russell is working with him to improve.

Admiral Dennis (9-5)

In his second start, Admiral Dennis showed a new side when tested around two turns. He won decisively at a mile and posted a strong speed figure. His connections, trainer Brad Cox and Albaugh Family Stables, have had great success on the Triple Crown trail in recent years, adding to his appeal.Luis Saez will be in the irons, and trainer Brad Cox is looking forward to seeing him perform.

The pick for this race is Admiral Dennis. With his recent form and the backing of his connections, he seems to be the one to watch. The trifecta combination of 5-3-2 also holds some promise.