Um--[gentle correction e]--it's the run for the roses; but only natives and horse-people should be expected to know that. I like Smarty Jones--not only is it a cute name, he's undefeated. (He's named after his owner's mother--it was her nickname.) But I'll also be pulling for Imperialism--his trainer's not only a female, but also just 21 years old. He could be a real dark horse, heh. I think this story about her is neat; not too many people in the U.S. can count a sheik as a personal friend.
http://www.courier-journal.com/cjsports/news2004/04/26/A1-train0426-15966.html