Golden Tempo deals with cracked heels before Kentucky Derby

7 articles · Updated · CBS Sports · May 1

Trainer Cherie DeVaux said Tuesday the 30-1 colt, drawn in post 19 with Jose Ortiz aboard, has cracked heels but called them "not a big deal."
The issue adds uncertainty before Saturday's 152nd Derby, where small margins can matter, though Golden Tempo remains a live longshot after training strongly at Keeneland.
A deep closer with two wins and two thirds from four starts, Golden Tempo could benefit from a fast pace, while DeVaux is set to become the 19th woman to saddle a Derby runner.

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