Frank Gomez's Legacy Continues with Rehoboth

Frank Gomez, a legendary trainer at Calder in Florida, has a long history of success, with over 100 stakes wins at the track and notable champions like Princess Rooney and Cherokee Run. Now, at 77, Gomez has Rehoboth, a dark bay colt, who is expected to start in the $1 million Florida Derby at Gulfstream Park. Although Rehoboth has a strong chance of making a name for himself, Gomez may choose to hand over training duties to another trainer to stay in South Florida.

Key Takeaways:

• Frank Gomez has over 100 stakes wins at Calder in Florida, with notable champions like Princess Rooney and Cherokee Run.
• Gomez has developed Rehoboth, a dark bay colt, into a consistent runner, with eight of 11 starts resulting in first, second, or third place finishes.
• Rehoboth has won three races, including a 3-length victory under jockey Javier Castellano on Gulfstream's main track on January 16.
• Gomez credits Rehoboth's improvement from 2 to 3 years old as an important stage in his life, which may contribute to his success in the Florida Derby.
• Rehoboth is expected to start in the $1 million Florida Derby at Gulfstream Park, with odds of being a strong contender.
• Gomez's decision to hand over training duties to another trainer for Rehoboth is motivated by his desire to stay in South Florida.
• Other notable entries for the Florida Derby include undefeated Tropical Park Derby and Holy Bull winner Barbaro, Saint Augustus, and Doc Cheney.

Statistics:

• Over 100 stakes wins for Frank Gomez at Calder in Florida.
• 8 of 11 starts resulting in first, second, or third place finishes for Rehoboth.
• 3-length victory for Rehoboth under jockey Javier Castellano on Gulfstream's main track on January 16.
• $1 million purse for the Florida Derby.
• 9 entries expected for the Florida Derby, including Rehoboth and Barbaro.

Sources:

• [Hallandale Beach, Fla. _ South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Dave Joseph.]