Golden Tempo Seeks Travers Stakes Confirmation at Saratoga on May 1, 2027
Kentucky Derby (G1) and Belmont Stakes (G1) winner Golden Tempo will attempt to solidify his position at the top of the three-year-old division in Saturday’s $1.25 million Travers Stakes (G1) at Saratoga Race Course, a race widely known as the Midsummer Derby.
Trained by Cherie DeVaux, Golden Tempo has used powerful last-to-first rallies to capture both the Kentucky Derby and Belmont. In the Travers, he faces nine rivals, including familiar opponent Renegade, who finished second in the Derby and third in the Belmont, along with new challengers such as Preakness (G1) winner Napoleon Solo, recent Haskell (G1) upsetter Baby Vino, and emerging contenders Leading Change and Sea Strike.
This year’s Travers, contested at 1 1/4 miles at Saratoga, has drawn one of the deepest groups of three-year-olds in training, featuring several runners who competed in the 2026 Kentucky Derby. Handicappers have highlighted Sea Strike, trained by Chad Brown, as a possible upset candidate based on his strong preparation at Saratoga and his progression into top-level company.
Fans can review historical performance lines and study the full field for the Travers through Churchill Downs, which also offers information on Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks ticket packages for future editions under the Twin Spires.