RIYADH: Legendary American trainer Kenny McPeek has chosen multiple Saudi Arabian Champion Jockey Adel Alfouraidi to team up with his Very Connected (US) in the group three Saudi Derby presented by ZOOD Realty at King Abdulaziz Racecourse on Saturday Feb. 14.
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The Kentucky Derby-winning handler decided to go with the local knowledge and expertise of Alfouraidi, according to a recent release.
McPeek, who recently starred in the hit Netflix horseracing documentary, “Race For The Crown,” said: “I offered the ride to Joel Rosario but he already had a ride, so I offered it to (Jose) Ortiz but his Saudi Cup mount scratched and he isn’t going now.
“So I didn’t know who to use and was fiddling around looking at options.”
