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Join hosts Louie Rabaut and Sean Collins for the 55th episode of BloodHorse Monday, your weekly dose of Thoroughbred racing analysis and insights! In this action-packed installment:
- Hall of Fame jockey Mike Smith joins as we remember the life and legacy of trainer John Shirreffs, who died Feb. 12. Smith recounts their relationship as well as their experience with Giacomo and Zenyatta.
- We recap an exciting weekend of Kentucky Derby (G1) and Kentucky Oaks (G2) prep action, including Paladin's Risen Star Stakes (G2).
- We discuss Forever Young's place in the Classic division after his Saudi Cup (G1) triumph.
- We preview this weekend's Cinncinnati Trophy and John Battaglia Memorial.
The podcast is available on BloodHorse's YouTube channel and BloodHorse.com, as well as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart, ESPN Louisville+, and espnlouisville.com.





