Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty has already posted a workout in preparation for the $2 million Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course on June 7. Preakness Stakes winner Journalism heads to Saratoga this week after his remarkable victory on Saturday and is possible for the Belmont in what could be ...
With the late scratch of Rodriguez on Thursday, also-eligible Baeza moves into the field for Saturday’s 151st running of the $5 million Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs on Saturday, May 3. Kentucky Derby Contender: Baeza His trainer stayed positive in the weeks leading up to the Kentucky Der...
The Thrill of Derby Day The Kentucky Derby is not just a race—it’s a cultural spectacle woven into the fabric of American tradition. Held annually on the first Saturday in May, the 2025 edition marks the 151st running of this storied contest at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. With 20 of...
Unique Derby Day Cocktails to Elevate Your Party More Than a Race, It's a Celebration The Kentucky Derby, held annually at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, is regarded as one of America’s most iconic sporting events. Beyond the thrilling two-minute race, the Derby is a social and culinary ...
The horse racing world will be laser-focused on the $5 million Kentucky Derby (G1) Saturday as Churchill Downs presents the world’s most famous race. While the Derby holds all the prestige and tradition, racing handicappers have plenty to look forward to in the supporting races that afternoon. Her...
Update 5/1/2025 5:37 PM ET: Rodriguez scratched from Kentucky Derby, allowing Baeza to move into the 20-horse field. Update 5/2/2025 10:01 AM ET: Grande scratched from the Kentucky Derby, only 19 horses will compete. Update 5/3/2025 1:24 PM ET: NBC Weather Forecast report said it is most likely to r...
Bring the Track to Your Living Room The Kentucky Derby: A Race Like No Other Every first Saturday in May, the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs becomes more than just a horse race. It transforms into a nationwide celebration steeped in tradition, glamour, and good old-fashioned competition. Known as...
Churchill Downs has a Special Starting Gate to Accommodate the 20-horse Derby Field As much as Kentucky Derby betting has stayed the same and replicated decades of traditions, perhaps the biggest change overall may be the actual field size, or the actual number of runners who will be trying to make ...
Favorites in the Kentucky Derby seem to do well. Since 1908 and the advent of pari-mutuel wagering, favorites have won 39 times for roughly a 35 percent strike rate. In the years before pari-mutuel wagering between 1875 and 1907, sentimental favorites won 16 times for a near 50 percent win rate. T...
The Kentucky Derby is rarely without Drama, Especially at the Wire Picking the most dramatic finishes in the Kentucky Derby is all but impossible. Arguably, each of the 150 editions had a remarkable ending, and it should be no different on Saturday. From breathtaking duels to the wire (Grindstone-Ca...
It’s a few days out from the $5 million Kentucky Derby (G1), and it appears wet weather could be a considerable factor in determining who can handle an off-track, be it muddy or sloppy. The weather forecast for Louisville on Saturday calls for temperatures in the mid-60s and about a 40% chance of ...
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