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Nancy Holthus, Oaklawn Park Handicapper / Dylan Davis, New York Jockey / Mark McKelvie, Woodbine Senior Manager Communications
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- Feb 27, 2026
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Summary
Today, Larry goes one-on-one with Oaklawn Park handicapper Nancy Holthus as the Road to the Kentucky Derby rolls through Hot Springs, Arkansas. Nancy previews tomorrow’s Grade 2, one million two hundred fifty thousand dollar Rebel Stakes , one of the key Kentucky Derby prep races of the season. She reflects on last year’s weather-delayed Rebel, explains why the race remains on Sunday this year, and discusses which contender the race may run through. Nancy also breaks down today’s Grade 3, five hundred thousand dollar Razorback Handicap , highlights other major stakes events on the Oaklawn card, and evaluates how Rebel winners have historically performed in the Kentucky Derby. She shares her background in racing, describes her handicapping philosophy, and identifies which Derby prep race has impressed her most so far this season. Also today, jockey Dylan Davis returns to the show as he continues his recovery from a frightening riding accident last November at Aqueduct that left him with nine fractured ribs, a collapsed lung, and a broken collarbone. Dylan discusses the rehabilitation process, the doubts he faced while recovering, and whether retirement ever crossed his mind following what he described as a near-death experience. With more than one thousand six hundred career wins and purse earnings exceeding one hundred four million dollars since beginning his riding career in two thousand twelve, Dylan reflects on the support of his family, including his father Robbie Davis, and the role his agent Mike Migliore played in encouraging his comeback. He also outlines his goals for the upcoming season and the races he still hopes to win in his career. Then, Woodbine’s Senior Manager of Communications Mark McKelvie joins the program as preparations continue for the two thous…