Stats: age 29, Tottenham, Ontario.

Kachemak Bay: dk. b. g., 16 hands, 17 years, Canadian-bred Thoroughbred (Prosperus—Gladring), owned by rider.

This pair was fourth at the 2009 Jersey Fresh CCI*** (N.J.). This spring, they placed 14th at Pine Top Spring (Ga.).

Jimmy’s Prediction: It is no secret that Karl and Kachemak Bay have had an exciting spring season, one that has had more than its share of ups and downs. Given the amount of jogging that Karl has done chasing after his horse, I’m sure that both of them will be fit enough for Rolex. Karl will take his experiences this spring with his usual charm and good humor, and his horsemanship and experience should be enough to produce a clean round with this horse.

2011 Rolex Kentucky Preview Roster