In this special episode, Shannon Kelly and PTF sit down with Daisy Phipps Pulito of Phipps Stable, a Thoroughbred racing ownership operation with more than 100 years of history, following Golden Tempo’s Kentucky Derby victory. Daisy shares insight into the strategy behind Golden Tempo’s campaign, including the decision to partner with trainer Cherie Devaux and the patient approach that allowed the colt to improve with each prep race leading up to the Derby.
History was made at the 152nd Kentucky Derby, where Cherie DeVaux became the first female trainer to win the race. Daisy reflects on the trust, timing, and long-term planning in developing a Derby contender, as well as what this milestone means for both Phipps Stable and the broader Thoroughbred industry.
From the earliest stages of Golden Tempo’s development to the 152nd Kentucky Derby finish line, this episode offers a closer look at the many hands, decisions, and dedication that helped shape this defining victory.
