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Under the Radar contenders for the 2026 Kentucky Derby
Kentucky Derby Context: Litmus Test
British Spot Plays: Sandown for April 24, 2026
2026 Kentucky Derby Purse: How much prize money will the winning owner and trainer earn?
2026 Kentucky Derby purse: How much prize money the winning jockey will earn
AI Predictions: Betting the Kentucky Derby with Claude and Gemini
Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Keeneland’s $54,038 Pick 6 carryover
Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley April 22
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Under the Radar contenders for the 2026 Kentucky Derby
The bulk of the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) win pool is likely to center on the handful or so of leading contenders, but are there win threats percolating under the radar?
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Kentucky Derby Context: Litmus Test
A juvenile Grade 2 winner, Litmus Test will look to receive a better trip and turn his form around at expected long odds in the Kentucky Derby (G1).
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British Spot Plays: Sandown for April 24, 2026
Three stakes highlight the Friday card at Sandown, highlighted by an outstanding renewal of the Sandown Mile (G2).
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2026 Kentucky Derby Purse: How much prize money will the winning owner and trainer earn?
Have you ever wondered how much prize money the owner of a Kentucky Derby (G1) winner receives? Or what the payday for the winning trainer looks like?
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2026 Kentucky Derby purse: How much prize money the winning jockey will earn
The jockey who rides the winner of the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs is set to receive a six-figure payday.
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AI Predictions: Betting the Kentucky Derby with Claude and Gemini
How can I ask AI to predict the winner of the Kentucky Derby using a standardized data analysis approach and present the results in a visual format? What is their best $100 ticket, and what trends or standout information exists?
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Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Keeneland’s $54,038 Pick 6 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, April 22, at Keeneland and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including horses to play in Keeneland’s $54,038 Pick 6 carryover.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Apr. 22, 2026
Jason welcomes in Grade 1 Gamble winner and 2025 NHC Tour champion Dave Nichols to the show to talk about tournament play, betting discussions, and some railroad train adventures!
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How to calculate fair odds for the 2026 Kentucky Derby
The wide-open nature of the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) makes calculating a mathematically sound fair odds line more important than ever.
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Kentucky Derby Roundup: Final field taking shape
The 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) is 11 days away. Catch up on the latest news and notes as the first Saturday in May draws closer:
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley April 22
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:40 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Ocelli
A rallying third-place finish in the 1 1/8-mile Wood Memorial (G2) launched Ocelli into the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) picture.
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Kentucky Derby Context: Stark Contrast
A multiple turf stakes winner and runner-up in the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf (G1), Stark Contrast secured a spot in the Kentucky Derby field, finishing second in the Jeff Ruby Steaks (G3) on Turfway Park’s synthetic track.
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How to bet the 2026 Bewitch Stakes
The Friday feature at Keeneland is the $350,000 Bewitch (G3) for fillies and mares that will travel 1 1/2 miles on the lawn.
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Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Cox first-timer at 3-1
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, April 21 at Horseshoe Indianapolis, Will Rogers Downs, and Turf Paradise, including a first-time starter trained by Brad Cox.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Apr. 21, 2026
Jason discusses handicap races in their past and current states. Then we welcome in apprentice jockey Micah Meeks to talk riding at Keeneland, moving from California to pursue being a jockey, and much more!
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2026 Kentucky Derby Brisnet Speed Rating Report
The 2026 Kentucky Derby Brisnet Speed Rating Report analyzes the numbers earned by contestants in a projected 20-horse field at Churchill Downs.
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Kentucky Derby International Scouting Report: Six Speed
Dubai-based Six Speed was purchased privately by an American ownership group before he jumped on the Euro/Mideast Road, and he repaid their investment.
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Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Stark Contrast
Does Stark Contrast have the pedigree to handle racing on dirt in the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1)?
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Kentucky Derby Context: Intrepido
A Grade 1-winning juvenile, Intrepido opened his three-year-old season with a close second in the Robert B. Lewis (G3) and will look to outrun projected long odds in the Kentucky Derby (G1).
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AI Handicapping: Kentucky Derby Predictive Visual Analysis with Gemini
If Gemini had a $100, who would the Agentic AI suggest to bet when presented with four solid data sets?
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AI Handicapping: Kentucky Derby Predictive Visual Analysis with Claude
The data says Renegade, but three horses could flip it. Market prices him slightly longer despite the point's edge. That's the definition of underlaid.
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Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Mountaineer’s $1,550 Super High 5 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, April 20, at Thistledown, Will Rogers Downs, and Turf Paradise, along with a ticket for the $1,550 Super High 5 carryover at Mountaineer.
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Apr. 20, 2026
Jason discusses big showdown events in light of this past weekend's Oaklawn H. (G2).
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Apr. 20, 2026
Jason looks back at the big Oaklawn Handicap showdown and White Abarrio's win. Then he talks some Keeneland, Tampa, and Laurel Park racing from the weekend.
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Oaklawn Park: Horses to bet in the $27,923 Pick 6 carryover
The $1 Classix Pick 6 at Oaklawn Park went unsolved on Saturday, triggering a $27,923 carryover into Sunday’s card.
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Kentucky Derby Context: Albus
An improving three-year-old, Albus will look to keep stepping up in the Kentucky Derby (G1).
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Kentucky Derby Context: Chip Honcho
Runner-up in the Risen Star (G2), Chip Honcho projects to show early speed if he makes the Kentucky Derby (G1) field.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin the night of April 18
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 12:45 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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How to bet the 2026 American Stakes
A well-matched field of seven grass specialists will run one mile on the Santa Anita green in Saturday’s $100,000 American (G3).
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How to bet the 2026 Palisades Stakes
An overflow field of 14 has been entered to run in Sunday’s $300,000 Palisades S. at Keeneland.
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Analyzing rich Pick 6 carryovers at Aqueduct and Woodbine
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares horses to bet in a pair of lucrative Pick 6 carryovers on Saturday at Woodbine and Aqueduct.
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British Spot Plays: Newbury for April 18, 2026
The English flat focus turns to Newbury and its two Guineas trials on Saturday.
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Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Durante at 8-1
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, April 17 at Keeneland, along with a horse to single in Oaklawn Park’s $1,807 Pick 6 carryover.
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Pick 4 of the Week: Keeneland Saturday, April 18
A challenging and attractive final four races on the Keeneland Saturday card will comprise the Pick 4 of the Week.
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Pick 3 of the Week: Laurel Park Saturday, April 18, 2026
I will focus on an all-stakes Pick 3 on a big day of action at Laurel Park on Saturday.
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Exotics Plays for the 2026 Elkhorn Stakes
A full field of turf stayers will travel 1 1/2 miles over the Keeneland lawn in Saturday’s $400,000 Elkhorn (G2).
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Kentucky Derby Context: Ottinho
Runner-up in the Blue Grass (G1), Ottinho will seek to keep progressing by offering a strong late run in the Kentucky Derby.
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Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Daily double at Keeneland
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, April 16 at Keeneland and Gulfstream Park, including a first-time starter at 9-2 odds.
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem April 16, 2026
Jason discusses racing content and the fact that "you can just go do things."
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Apr. 16, 2026
Jason catches up on some racing world news and welcomes in Kellie Reilly for International Radar. Then discusses weekend racing from Keeneland and Laurel Park.
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Tall Tales of the Track – Two Necks and a Couple of Brothers
The 1961 Kentucky Oaks and Derby featured a pair of brothers, two close finishes, and a couple of interesting coincidences.
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Kentucky Derby Context: Commandment
A winner of four consecutive races, Commandment established himself as a major Kentucky Derby (G1) contender by narrowly winning the Florida Derby (G1) and Fountain of Youth (G2) over quality competition.
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Kentucky Derby Context: Further Ado
A romping winner of the Blue Grass (G1), Further Ado will take some beating if he carries his form forward in the Kentucky Derby (G1).
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Kentucky Derby Context: Renegade
A smashing four-length winner of the Arkansas Derby (G1), probable favorite Renegade rates as the horse to beat in the Kentucky Derby
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Kentucky Derby Roundup: Trendsetter wins the Lexington
The 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) is 17 days away. Catch up on the latest news and notes as the Road to the Kentucky Derby unfolds:
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Top 10 fastest Kentucky Derby times in history
From a legendary Triple Crown winner to a high-priced yearling who stole the heart of a Japanese racing enthusiast, here are the 10 horses with the fastest winning times in Kentucky Derby history.
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Who was the biggest underdog ever to win the Kentucky Derby?
Most recent underdogs weren’t facing an overwhelming favorite or toppling a budding superstar or two. In fact, many underdog winners can be judged less on how much they paid, but by who they beat.
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Kentucky Derby Context: So Happy
So Happy’s numbers stack up well against his main rivals, and he’ll aim to position himself for a serious challenge as the field turns for home in the Kentucky Derby (G1).
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Kentucky Derby Context: The Puma
Since making his career debut in mid-January, The Puma has improved in every start, and the stalker will look to offer a serious challenge in the final furlongs of the Kentucky Derby (G1).
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Kentucky Derby Context: Iron Honor
An early/presser, Iron Honor will look to rebound with a better showing in the Kentucky Derby (G1), and his tactical ability offers appeal in a field packed with off-the-pace runners.
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Top 10 Most Successful Trainers in Kentucky Derby History
Based on overall number of victories, as well as second- and third-place finishes, here are the 10 most successful trainers in Kentucky Derby history.
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Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 20-1 juvenile at Keeneland
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, April 15 at Keeneland and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including a two-year-old listed at 20-1 morning-line odds.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Apr. 15, 2026
Jason discusses the potential of the Preakness changing it's spot on the calendar and welcomes in Kali Francois to talk Laurel racing and her upcoming work with TwinSpires.
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The biggest upsets in Kentucky Derby history
From Donerail in 1913 to Country House in 2019, we rank the five most shocking upsets in Kentucky Derby history.
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Five of the biggest shocks in Kentucky Derby history
Unlike games of chance that you might encounter in a casino, the result of a Thoroughbred horse race is far from a random outcome event. That’s not to say that there aren’t inexplicable surprises from time to time. In its century and a half of longevity, the Kentucky Derby has seen its share.
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Kentucky Derby scratches that changed history
While a comprehensive list of Kentucky Derby scratches since 1875 is not possible, these four withdrawals perhaps were the most significant.
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The 10 Richest Races in the World
A countdown of the 10 richest races in the world, as of November 2022.
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Betting With, and Against, Sovereignty, in the 2026 Oaklawn Handicap
A fabulous field of six will vie in Saturday’s $1.25 million Oaklawn H. (G2).
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The 10 best Kentucky Derby winners of all time
The greatest Kentucky Derby winners didn’t just run the race of their lives as three-year-olds on the first Saturday in May. They built resumes, often as older horses, that stand the test of time.
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How to bet the 2026 Doubledogdare Stakes
A well-matched group of eight fillies and mares will travel 1 1/16 miles over the Keeneland dirt in the Friday feature, the $400,000 Doubledogdare (G2).
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Top 10 Biggest Horse Races In The World
Let's look at the 10 biggest horse races in the world, from the “race that stops a nation” to the “fastest two minutes in sports.”
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Hong Kong: Selections for Happy Valley April 15
Racing at Happy Valley begins at 6:35 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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10 Top Winning Kentucky Derby Jockeys of All Time
Here we recount the riders who have celebrated triumph inside the Winner's Circle most, as we list the top 10 winningest Kentucky Derby jockeys of all time.
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Top 10 best racehorses of all time
Ranking the greatest racehorse of all time is an exercise fraught with challenges and subjectivity. But I'm going to give it a try.
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Post Positions That Produced The Most & Fewest Kentucky Derby Winners
What post position wins the Kentucky Derby the most? When analyzing Kentucky Derby winners by post position, it is important to look at the win percentage and in-the-money percentage of each position.
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Seabiscuit: 10 interesting facts about the legendary horse
Here are 10 interesting facts about America's favorite equine underdog.
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Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $5,048 Super High 5 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, April 14 at Horseshoe Indianapolis, Will Rogers Downs, and Turf Paradise, including a ticket for the $5,048 Super High 5 carryover at Horseshoe Indianapolis.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Apr. 14, 2026
Jason shares some old Portland Meadows memories to open the show and then welcomes in James Scully from TwinSpires to talk Derby, Keeneland, and more!
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Kentucky Derby Context: Danon Bourbon
Unbeaten from three starts in Japan, Danon Bourbon possesses the tractability to make his own trip in the Kentucky Derby (G1).
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Kentucky Derby Context: Six Speed
Runner-up in the UAE Derby (G2), Six Speed promises to bring early speed to the Kentucky Derby (G1).
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Kentucky Derby Context: Wonder Dean
Based in Japan, Wonder Dean will enter the Kentucky Derby (G1) off a convincing win in the UAE Derby (G2).
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British Spot Plays: Newmarket April 15, 2026
A staple of my annual wagering is on the traditional British flat turf season, which kicks into high gear this week.
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Kentucky Derby Maiden Watch: Civil Liberty breaks through
Typically, horses that break their maidens 20 days prior to the Kentucky Derby (G1) don’t wind up in the starting gate on the first Saturday in May. But Civil Liberty isn’t your typical maiden winner.
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Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Trendsetter
Trendsetter wrapped up the 2025-26 Road to the Kentucky Derby with a 32-1 upset victory in the 1 1/16-mile Lexington (G3) at Keeneland.
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Does a Recent Prep Race Win Guarantee Kentucky Derby Success?
Do horses entering the Kentucky Derby (G1) off victories outperform those exiting defeats? We’re ready to provide a data-driven answer.
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Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Grittiness
Runner-up finishes in the Withers S. and Virginia Derby have propelled Grittiness into the picture as a 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) contender.
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Top 10 Fastest Horse Breeds in the World
From the noble Arabian poised for battle to the esteemed equines who run in the Kentucky Derby, let's explore the 10 fastest horse breeds in the world.
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How has the winning time of the Kentucky Derby changed over time?
Below we explore how the average winning Kentucky Derby time has transformed over history.
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Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Pace favors Vulin at 5-1
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, April 13 at Will Rogers Downs and Turf Paradise, including a 5-1 shot who figures to receive a favorable pace setup.
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem Apr. 13, 2026
Jason writes about the tradition of the Masters golf tournament and traditions in racing.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast Apr. 13, 2026
Jason looks back at a busy weekend at Keeneland, racing from Oaklawn, and much more!
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Kentucky Derby International Scouting Report: Danon Bourbon
Danon Bourbon earned his Kentucky Derby (G1) ticket via the Japan Road, where he captured the final leg in race-record time to remain perfect.
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Kentucky Derby International Scouting Report: Wonder Dean
The fifth straight Japanese-trained winner of the UAE Derby (G2), and sixth overall, Wonder Dean will try to score an historic breakthrough in the Kentucky Derby (G1).
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The Smartest Bet in Horse Racing: 4 Strategies for Success
What is the smartest bet in horse racing? The answer is both incredibly complex and surprisingly simple.
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Picks: $1,000 Keeneland tournament, $18,587 Oaklawn Pick 6
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares horses to play in a $1,000 tournament at Keeneland and an $18,587 Pick 6 carryover at Oaklawn Park.
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Jockeys and weight in the Kentucky Derby
Being the most identifiable human participants on average in Thoroughbred racing, jockeys will be a major focus in this week’s 150th edition of the Kentucky Derby.
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10 interesting facts about Justify, the legendary horse and Triple Crown winner
Justify is the 13th and most recent Triple Crown winner, having achieved his milestone in 2018 in remarkable circumstances. Below are 10 interesting facts about Justify.
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10 interesting facts about American Pharoah, the legendary horse and Triple Crown winner
American Pharoah was the 12th Triple Crown winner, having broken a 37-year drought to win the famed trio of races in 2015.
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20 songs for your Kentucky Derby playlist
Do you know these 20 familiar songs referencing horse racing or the Kentucky Derby?
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Mucciolo’s Top 5 Horse Betting Strategies for 2026
Playing the ponies is an inexact science that is ever-evolving for me. Horse racing offers the most diversity from a gambling perspective.
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Kentucky Derby race length and distance: how long is the race?
To beat out a field of up to 20 three-year-olds vying for the Kentucky Derby crown and the customary garland of roses, it takes a combination of strength, stamina, and tactical speed to breeze through a 1 1/4-mile race in nearly 120 seconds.
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20 Fun and Memorable Kentucky Derby Quotes & Sayings
What are some of the most iconic Kentucky Derby quotes and Kentucky Derby sayings that have stayed with fans throughout history?
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Horse Racing This Weekend: Key Races, Top Horses & Best Bets [April 11, 2026]
Find out everything you need to know about key races, top horse, and best bets with TwinSpires horse racing this weekend.
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Best trainers never to have won the Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby is America's signature race, but victory in it unfortunately eluded (or has) some of the finest and most accomplished horsemen in history.
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Keeneland: $154,006 Pick 6 carryover, $3,500 tournament
A huge Pick 6 carryover and a high-profile tournament are among the betting highlights on the second Saturday of the Keeneland spring meet.
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Horse Racing Tournament Talk: Weekend recap, upcoming horse racing tournaments, & big winners [April 11, 2026]
Join us as we bring you everything you need to know about tournaments.
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Kentucky Derby Context: Chief Wallabee
After commendable showings in the Florida Derby (G1) and Fountain of Youth (G2), Chief Wallabee will look to break through in the Kentucky Derby (G1).
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How to bet the Giant’s Causeway Stakes
An over-subscribed field of 16 fillies and mares is entered for the $400,000 Giant’s Causeway (G2) at Keeneland on Sunday.
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