Three horses that competed in the Kentucky Derby recently ran in the Preakness on short rest, with none of them finishing higher than fourth place. The decision to run in the Preakness on short rest is part of a larger trend, with some horses skipping the Preakness altogether to focus on the Belmont Stakes. The Preakness field and results are being discussed in the context of a broader debate about the Triple Crown and its potential impact on horse racing.