Four new contenders have entered the Kentucky Derby leaderboard following a busy weekend of racing. Plutarch, trained by Bob Baffert and owned by Coolmore, won the Robert B. Lewis Stakes at Santa Anita, showcasing potential for the Derby. Silent Tactic secured a dominant victory in the Southwest Stakes at Oaklawn Park, demonstrating strong stamina and speed. Renegade, owned by Mike Repole and trained by Todd Pletcher, scored his first official win at Tampa Bay Downs in the Sam F. Davis Stakes, with a blistering final sixteenth. Talk to Me Jimmy surprised in the Withers Stakes at Aqueduct, winning convincingly. These performances are reshaping Derby prospects, especially with the setback of favorite Ted Noffey, who was sidelined with a bone bruise. Renegade is emerging as a strong candidate, with impressive speed figures and tactical versatility, making him a key focus in Derby betting markets. The weekend also saw notable developments in prep races for the Oaks and other major stakes, highlighting the depth of talent this season.