Preakness 151st Preview Day at Laurel Apr19
Key Questions
What race headlines Preakness Preview Day at Laurel Park?
The Federico Tesio Stakes is the feature race on April 19. The winner earns an automatic berth into the Preakness Stakes.
Who are key contenders in the Tesio Stakes?
Taj Mahal (#10, unbeaten by Nyquist, trained by Russell) is a standout for auto-berth. Volendam is the morning-line favorite, with Wild Warrior (#4 by Hazlewood out of Private Terms) also noted.
What other stakes races are on Preakness Preview Day?
The Weber City Miss Stakes features Oaks fillies qualifiers. Bathhouse Row Stakes includes Thebabeslayer at 6-1 odds with top Beyer for Asmussen.
What upset occurred on Friday before Preview Day?
Top Manipulator won a $57.80 allowance feature upset, amid Blofeld drama.
What betting value is available on Preview Day?
Value Pick 5s offer low takeout for bettors.
Tesio headlines: Taj Mahal #10 unbeaten Nyquist/Russell auto-berth, Volendam ML fave, Wild Warrior #4 Hazlewood/Private Terms; Weber City Miss Oaks fillies; Bathhouse Row Thebabeslayer 6-1 Asmussen top Beyer. Top Manipulator $57.80 Fri allowance upset/Blofeld drama. Value P5s low takeout.