#19 Ottinho | 56 pts
Trainer: Chad Brown
Jockey: Flavien Prat
Last Race: Blue Grass Stakes (G1) – 2nd
Running Style: Mid-pack
Ottinho is a well‑bred colt and half‑brother to Horse of the Year Gun Runner, who confirmed his competitiveness on the Derby trail with a second‑place finish to Further Ado in the Blue Grass Stakes (G1) at Keeneland. In that race, Ottinho pressed a moderate early pace and finishing strongly to secure valuable Derby qualifying points.
He typically settles just off the pace in pressing range, using tactical speed and good position to stay within striking distance of the leaders before launching a bid in the stretch. Ottinho’s Blue Grass effort showed he can handle graded‑stakes pressure and stretch out around two turns, though he still has plenty of room to improve his finishing kick against top‑level company.
As he continues to gain experience, his combination of early positioning and stamina foundation makes him a colt to watch as the Derby trail progresses — although he will need to continue to improve quite a bit.
Why He’s Ranked #19
• Runner‑up in the Blue Grass Stakes (G1)
• Half‑brother to 2017 Horse of the Year Gun Runner
• Tactical speed keeps him in contention throughout
• Competing well in graded stakes company
Pedigree Analysis
Sire: Quality Road
Dam: Quiet Giant
Grandsire: Elusive Quality
Granddam: Kobla
Other notable ancestors: Giant’s Causeway, Storm Cat, Mr. Prospector, Alydar, Secretariat, Northern Dancer
Ottinho’s pedigree blends route‑capable speed with classic stamina. Quality Road and Elusive Quality contribute versatility and late‑running ability, while Giant’s Causeway and Storm Cat reinforce competitiveness and toughness. Deeper influences like Mr. Prospector, Secretariat, Northern Dancer, and Alydar add class, durability, and distance aptitude, creating a balanced profile suited for Derby‑distance racing.
Inbreeding to Mr. Prospector and Secretariat at multiple generations strengthens both speed and stamina depth, which can help Ottinho handle longer distances and tough pace setups as he develops further on the Derby trail.
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