PTF and Nick Tammaro catch up about the weekend’s races including big three-year-old performances from Colloquial and John Hancock. They also take a first look at the Risen Star and recap stakes races from Gulfstream Park and Santa Anita.

In the show's second segment, Mike Pribozie and PTF take a deeper look at the Risen Star with thoughts on runners like East Avenue, Jonathan's Way, Built, American Promise, Chunk of Gold, Vassimo and Vamos Carlitos

Takeaways:

• The podcast provides an in-depth analysis of the weekend's races, highlighting impressive performances from three-year-olds, notably Colloquial and John Hancock, which are pivotal for future races.
• A thorough examination of the upcoming Risen Star Stakes reveals insights on key runners such as East Avenue and Jonathan's Way, as well as their respective potentials and challenges.
• Discussion of the stakes races at Gulfstream Park and Santa Anita showcases the competitive nature of these events, setting the stage for the Derby trail ahead.
• The episode underlines the critical importance of the Risen Star Stakes as a preparatory race, with historical significance in shaping future contenders for the Kentucky Derby.