When Great White flipped and fell at the starting gate just before the Kentucky Derby on May 2, he left a lasting impression on the Churchill Downs track—and on racing fans everywhere. The 3-year-old colt was immediately scratched from the Run for the Roses, but thankfully, he emerged unharmed. Now, he's back in the spotlight, aiming to make amends from post position 13 in Saturday's Preakness Stakes.

And if there's one thing everyone notices about Great White, it's his size. Standing at a towering 17.2 hands—that's 5 feet, 10 inches from ground to withers—and weighing over 1,300 pounds, he's a true giant among Thoroughbreds. For context, the average Thoroughbred stands around 16 hands and weighs between 1,000 and 1,200 pounds. Trainer John Ennis even believes the big fella isn't done growing yet.

Despite his imposing frame, Great White has a gentle nature. FanDuel's Andie Biancone, who has been galloping him at Laurel Park this week, described him as "a happy horse and very kind," adding that he's "light on his feet for how big he is!" It's a combination of power and grace that has caught the attention of the racing world.

Great White's dramatic exit from the Derby left fans worried, but he's proven to be resilient. After winning the John Battaglia Memorial, he's listed at 15-1 on the Preakness morning line. With his massive stride and calm demeanor, he's poised to make a statement in the second jewel of the Triple Crown. Whether he can turn that size into speed on Saturday remains to be seen—but one thing's for sure: all eyes will be on this gentle giant.