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Pick 3 of the Week: Gulfstream Park Saturday, May 9
The pair of Royal Ascot qualifying races for juveniles will be a major part of my Pick 3 of the Week from Gulfstream Park on Saturday.
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Tipsheet: 2026 Long Branch Stakes
A total of six three-year-olds will go two turns on the Monmouth Park dirt in Sunday’s $100,000 Long Branch S.
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Pick 4 of the Week: Churchill Downs Saturday, May 9
The Pick 4 of the Week will come from Churchill Downs on Saturday, with the late sequence being my main focus.
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How to Bet the Senorita Stakes
An excellent field of sophomore fillies will go 6 1/2 furlongs down the Hillside Turf Course in Saturday’s $100,000 Senorita (G3) at Santa Anita.
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Exotics Plays for the 2026 William Walker Stakes
A very good cast of eight turf dashers will speed 5 1/2 furlongs over the lawn at Churchill Downs in Saturday’s $225,000 William Walker S.
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem May 7, 2026
Jason discusses the post Kentucky Derby media attention for trainer Cherie DeVaux and shares some replays of their past conversations from the Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast May 7, 2026
While Jason recovers from surgery, we have a new edition of International Radar with Kellie Reilly and a "best of" interview with recent Kentucky Derby winning trainer Cherie DeVaux.
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Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: 8-1 shot at Churchill Downs
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, May 7, at Horseshoe Indianapolis and Churchill Downs, along with horses to play in the $850 Pick 6 carryover at Hawthorne.
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Takeaways from the 2026 Kentucky Derby
The 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby (G1) will be remembered, among other things, for the first time a female trainer saddled the winner of the Run for the Roses.
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Tipsheet: 2026 Peter Pan Stakes
A cast of six sophomores will go 1 1/8 miles on the main oval at Aqueduct in Saturday’s $200,000 Peter Pan (G3).
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2026 Kentucky Derby: How far did the top finishers run?
Just how much extra ground did Golden Tempo cover by racing wide in the Kentucky Derby? And did any of the other starters run farther?
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Wednesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Triple Crown nominee at 6-1
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Wednesday, May 6 at Thistledown and Horseshoe Indianapolis, including an unraced Triple Crown nominee at 6-1 morning-line odds.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast May 6, 2026
Jason welcomes in the voice of the Preakness, Dave Rodman, to the show to talk about the Preakness, his thoughts on the Kentucky Derby, and much more!
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British Spot Plays: Chester for May 7, 2026
Wednesday through Friday this week is a three-day meeting at Chester, a course so old the Romans are said to have initiated racing on the grounds.
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Yes, She Did: Cherie DeVaux Becomes the First, But Not the Last
Cherie DeVaux, her life devoted to horses from her earliest days, became the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner. Her victory is a reminder of something simple: that all any of us needs is a chance, and we can do great things.
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Hong Kong: Selections for Sha Tin May 6
Racing at Sha Tin begins at 6: 45 a.m. ET. Selections and analysis by Luke Middlebrook.
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Tuesday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: $12,615 Pick 5 carryover at Louisiana Downs
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Tuesday, May 5, at Finger Lakes and Horseshoe Indianapolis, along with horses to single in the $12,615 Pick 5 carryover at Louisiana Downs.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast May 5, 2026
Jason finishes up discussing the big Kentucky Derby and Oaks weekend from Churchill Downs.
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Monday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Doubles at Thistledown
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Monday, May 4 at Thistledown, including a pair of daily doubles.
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Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem May 4, 2026
Jason shares some thoughts about the historic Kentucky Derby win from Golden Tempo and Cherie DeVaux.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast May 4, 2026
Jason looks back at Saturday's Kentucky Derby (G1) and dissects all aspects of the race, the odds, the aftermath, and more!
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Horses to single in the $37,229 Sunset Six carryover
The Sunset Six, a special Pick 6 wager featuring the final three races per day at Gulfstream Park and Santa Anita, boasts a $37,229 carryover for Sunday.
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Golden Tempo gives DeVaux historic win in Kentucky Derby result
Racing history was made at Churchill Downs on Saturday when Golden Tempo won with a last-to-first rally for trainer Cherie DeVaux.
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Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Golden Tempo
Can Golden Tempo go where no son of Curlin has gone before: to the Kentucky Derby (G1) winner’s circle?
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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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Maidens in the Kentucky Derby: Ocelli and Friends
Once upon a time, maidens had the potential to make some noise in the Kentucky Derby, but since the mid-20th century, that lack of experience has become a challenge.
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Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Danon Bourbon
A powerful homestretch drive carried Danon Bourbon to a 3 1/2-length victory in the Fukuryu S. on the Japan Road to the Kentucky Derby.
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Keep the winnings rolling: Racing to play after the Kentucky Derby
If you’re flush with winnings from the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) and want to keep the momentum rolling, you’ll be happy to hear that a busy post-Derby evening of horse racing awaits.
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Official 2026 Kentucky Derby Betting Guide: Top Horses, Best Picks & Expert Analysis
#6 COMMANDMENT (6-1): Florida Derby (G1) star comes to Louisville on a four-race win streak and will likely be among the favorites at post time for Brad Cox.
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2026 Kentucky Derby odds, betting strategy, cheat sheet
Exotic bets to consider and how to bet them for the 2026 Kentucky Derby. If using Commandment on top. His Late Pace Brisnet figure of 121 in a two-turn race is the best in the field.
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Betting the 2026 Kentucky Derby on Different Budgets
The 152nd Kentucky Derby (G1) is upon us, and another full and fantastic field of sophomores will go postward for the first leg of the Triple Crown.
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Best Bet Tipsheet: 2026 Kentucky Derby
A full field of the top three-year-olds in training will go postward in Saturday’s historic $5 million Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs.
Racing
Best Longshot for the 2026 Kentucky Derby
A full field will once again go postward in the Kentucky Derby (G1) on Saturday at Churchill Downs, and the cast features numerous contenders that are in with a winning chance in the historic event.
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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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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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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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LIVE Kentucky Derby 2026: Expert picks, horses, odds, best bets and more
Follow LIVE Kentucky Derby 2026 coverage with expert picks, horses, odds, best bets, and race insights.
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2026 Official Kentucky Derby Betting Guide: Expert picks, analysis, and more
Whether you’re a seasoned handicapper or a newcomer looking to make the "most exciting two minutes in sports" even more thrilling, the Official TwinSpires Kentucky Derby 152 Betting Guide is your ultimate trackside companion.
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How to bet the Kentucky Derby Day mandatory-payout $110,100 Pick 6 carryover
One of the best betting opportunities on Kentucky Derby Day at Churchill Downs is the 20-cent “Derby City 6” Pick 6, which features the mandatory payout of a $110,100 carryover.
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Scully: Kentucky Derby Day Spot Plays
I’ll offer my thoughts on the Kentucky Derby and provide some spot plays on the undercard. There are formidable favorites on the 14-race program, and I’ll search for value.
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2026 Kentucky Derby Run Style Analysis
A 20-horse field will be set for the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1), with all types of run styles incorporated into the mix.
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How John Mucciolo is Betting the 2026 Kentucky Derby
A full field will vie in the ultra-competitive $5 million Kentucky Derby (G1) on Saturday at Churchill Downs, and it’s time to cement my wagers for the Run for the Roses.
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How Keeler Johnson is betting the 2026 Kentucky Derby
As I outlined when sharing my fair odds for the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1), I view this year’s Run for the Roses as a wide-open race with many possible win contenders.
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Meet the Contenders: 2026 Kentucky Derby
Meet the horses running in the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
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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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Kentucky Derby Context: Golden Tempo
If he can keep improving in the Kentucky Derby (G1), Golden Tempo will look to make a serious impact from off the pace.
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2026 Kentucky Derby horses: trainers, jockeys, owners competing in the race
2026 Kentucky Derby horses: trainers, jockeys, owners competing in the race,
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2026 Kentucky Derby Picks: Predictions and Odds for All Horses Before 152nd Race
Predictions and odds for the horses in the Kentucky Derby, with two contenders that really stick out.
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UPDATED: 2026 Kentucky Derby: Weather forecast, mostly cloudy for race day
Race day in Louisville on Saturday, May 2 brings partly sunny skies with a high of 57°F and a low of 36°F,
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2026 Kentucky Derby Horses: Full List of Contenders & Entries
See the full list of 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) horses, contenders, and official entries. Track updates, odds, and key profiles.
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2026 Kentucky Derby date, time & where to watch it: TV schedule, post time, live stream
The Kentucky Derby (G1) and Kentucky Oaks (G1) may be the feature events for Kentucky Derby week, but the week is a full festival in itself!
Racing
2026 Kentucky Derby Odds, Top Contenders & Betting Favorites
Explore the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) odds and top contenders. Compare betting favorites, track odds movement, and get expert insights.
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2026 Kentucky Oaks winner: Always a Runner (5-1) wins the 152nd Kentucky Oaks
Always a Runner launched a determined rally down the Churchill Downs homestretch to post a comfortable victory in Friday’s 152nd running of the $1.5 million Kentucky Oaks (G1).
Racing
Betting the 2026 Kentucky Derby on Different Budgets
The 152nd Kentucky Derby (G1) is upon us, and another full and fantastic field of sophomores will go postward for the first leg of the Triple Crown.
Racing
2026 Kentucky Derby Horses: Full List of Contenders & Entries
See the full list of 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) horses, contenders, and official entries. Track updates, odds, and key profiles.
Racing
2026 Kentucky Derby Odds, Top Contenders & Betting Favorites
Explore the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) odds and top contenders. Compare betting favorites, track odds movement, and get expert insights.
Racing
Tipsheet: 2026 Kentucky Derby
A full field of the top three-year-olds in training will go postward in Saturday’s historic $5 million Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs.
Racing
2026 Kentucky Derby date, time & where to watch it: TV schedule, post time, live stream
The Kentucky Derby (G1) and Kentucky Oaks (G1) may be the feature events for Kentucky Derby week, but the week is a full festival in itself!
Racing
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?
Racing
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.
Racing
Printer Friendly Download: Official Kentucky Oaks & Derby Betting Guide
The Kentucky Derby 152 Handicapping Betting Guide, presented by TwinSpires, is a printer friendly comprehensive 23-page resource covering everything a bettor needs for Derby Weekend 2026.
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Top 12 storylines for 2026 Kentucky Derby
As America’s iconic race, the Kentucky Derby (G1) invariably gives rise to compelling, intriguing, and occasionally sentimental storylines.
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Which prep races produce the best Triple Crown contenders?
It’s widely known which prep races serve as the best stepping stones to the Kentucky Derby (G1). But which races produce the best Triple Crown contenders?
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Beating the Odds - Can Renegade Win from the Rail in Derby 152?
As the 152nd edition of the Run for the Roses approaches, favorite Renegade has the dubious honor of breaking from post 1. What does history say about his chances to win?
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LIVE Kentucky Oaks 2026: Horses, odds, picks, and analysisWelcome to our Kentucky Oaks 2026 LIVE coverage and exclusive AMA with Jason Beem.
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2026 Kentucky Derby Run Style Analysis
A 20-horse field will be set for the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1), with all types of run styles incorporated into the mix.
Racing
How to bet the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket
While everyone in the United States is focused on Churchill Downs, classic racing is happening in England at Newmarket.
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2026 Kentucky Oaks odds, predictions, contenders, horses
The Kentucky Oaks is run on Churchill Downs' dirt surface, and while rain is always a possibility on Kentucky Derby day, the stark reality is that most elite three-year-old fillies have virtually no mud or sloppy track experience.
Racing
NBC's Steve Kornacki Analyzes the Kentucky Oaks [VIDEO]
TwinSpires host Kali Francois sat down with NBC's Steve Kornacki to analyze the 2026 Kentucky Oaks field.
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The Oaks Fantasy: Examining the Arkansas Path to the First Friday in May
The Fantasy (G2), first run in 1973 at Oaklawn Park, has served as a key Kentucky Oaks (G1) prep long before the Road to the Oaks was established in 2013.
Racing
The Run for the Lilies: the 152nd Kentucky Oaks
With the 152nd Kentucky Oaks just hours away, all eyes are on Churchill Downs to see which three-year-old filly will bring home the coveted garland of lilies.
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Kentucky Oaks: By the Numbers
$1.05 million—purchase price of Always a Runner. She was bought by Douglas Scharbauer, who co-owns her with Three Chimneys Farm. With two previous starts—both daylight scores—she is the least experienced horse in the 2026 edition.
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Tipsheet: 2026 Kentucky Oaks
A deep and excellent group of three-year-old fillies will travel 1 1/8 miles over the famed Churchill Downs main surface in Friday’s especially competitive $1.5 million Kentucky Oaks (G1).
Racing
Meet the Contenders: 2026 Kentucky Oaks
Meet the horses running in the 2026 Kentucky Oaks (G1) at Churchill Downs. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
Racing
Best Longshots for the 2026 Kentucky Oaks
A full field of three-year-old fillies has been assembled for Friday’s $1.5 million Kentucky Oaks (G1) at Churchill Downs. Here are two longshots to bet.
Racing
Meet the Contenders: 2026 Kentucky Derby
Meet the horses running in the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
Racing
Friday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Santa Anita’s $157,177 Pick 6 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Friday, May 1 at Churchill Downs, Aqueduct, and Santa Anita, including horses to bet in Santa Anita’s $157,177 Pick 6 carryover.
Racing
Tipsheet: 2026 Kentucky Derby
A full field of the top three-year-olds in training will go postward in Saturday’s historic $5 million Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs.
Racing
Betting the Kentucky Derby Day All-Turf Pick 4
The quartet of scheduled grass races at Churchill Downs on Kentucky Derby Day is linked in a special 50-cent minimum Pick 4.
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Casually Crafting an Oaks-Derby Double
The Kentucky Oaks/Kentucky Derby double offers bettors a unique two-day challenge, asking them to pick the winners of both the Kentucky Oaks (G1) on Friday and the Kentucky Derby (G1) on Saturday.
Racing
Pick 4 of the Week: Churchill Downs Saturday, May 2
There are a total of six Pick 4 offerings on the fantastic Kentucky Derby Day card at Churchill Downs on Saturday, and I found the sequence that I like most of all for the Pick 4 of the Week.
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LIVE: Thurby 2026 Schedule, Expert Picks & Kentucky Derby Weekend Guide
Welcome to our Thurby 2026 LIVE coverage and Kentucky Derby Weekend Guide.
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Pick 3 of the Week: Gulfstream Park Saturday, May 2
A pair of stakes tilts will take place at Gulfstream Park on Saturday, and they will bookend my Pick 3 of the Week.
Racing
British Spot Play: 2000 Guineas at Newmarket
This Guineas doesn't appear to be a vintage one on paper, though it's understandable why the current market leaders are in that position.
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Picks and plays for the 2026 Kentucky Derby undercard
Saturday’s Kentucky Derby Day card at Churchill Downs is packed from start to finish with high-quality and competitive races.
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Meet the Contenders: 2026 Kentucky Oaks
Meet the horses running in the 2026 Kentucky Oaks (G1) at Churchill Downs. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
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Thursday’s Best Bets and Quick Picks: Carryovers at Churchill, Santa Anita
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares best bets and quick picks for Thursday, April 30 at Churchill Downs, Gulfstream Park, and Oaklawn Park, along with horses to play in Super High 5 and Pick 6 carryovers at Churchill Downs and Santa Anita.
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Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem April 30, 2026
Jason gives some final thoughts and picks for the Kentucky Derby.
Racing
Dosage Index, birthdates for 2026 Kentucky Derby contenders
I’ve never been a fan of Dosage, in its modern incarnation applied to the Derby, and conscience obliges me to go on my annual rant about the calculation.
Racing
Meet the Contenders: 2026 Kentucky Derby
Meet the horses running in the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs. For each horse, we're listing a pro, a con, and a rating of potential.
Racing
2026 Kentucky Derby Day spot plays
It's the most wagered on card in American racing, and this year's 152nd edition of the Derby is beyond fascinating.
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Betting the 2026 Kentucky Derby on Different Budgets
The 152nd Kentucky Derby (G1) is upon us, and another full and fantastic field of sophomores will go postward for the first leg of the Triple Crown.
Racing
Tipsheet: 2026 Kentucky Oaks
A deep and excellent group of three-year-old fillies will travel 1 1/8 miles over the famed Churchill Downs main surface in Friday’s especially competitive $1.5 million Kentucky Oaks (G1).
Racing
Which running style wins the most Kentucky Derbys: Frontrunners, stalkers, or closers?
When 20 talented racehorses vie for victory in the Kentucky Derby (G1), which running style is most likely to succeed?
Racing
Elite contenders emerge from top-tier paths to Kentucky Derby and Oaks
The 2026 Road to the Kentucky Derby stretched to 50 races across the country and around the world, while the Road to the Oaks unfolded across 33 contests of its own. Both paths culminated with a championship series: races offering 100 points to the winner and the best shot of securing a spot in the starting gate. Here’s a look at five of these top-tier Derby and Oaks preps.
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Best Longshots for the 2026 Kentucky Oaks
A full field of three-year-old fillies has been assembled for Friday’s $1.5 million Kentucky Oaks (G1) at Churchill Downs. Here are two longshots to bet.
Racing
The Fascinating Numbers Behind the Kentucky Derby 2026 [INFOGRAPHIC]
Check out the fascinating Numbers Behind the Kentucky Derby 2026 from different angles through infographics!
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2026 Kentucky Derby Odds, Top Contenders & Betting Favorites
Explore the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) odds and top contenders. Compare betting favorites, track odds movement, and get expert insights.
Racing
2026 Triple Crown Schedule: Key Dates, TV Schedule & Live Stream
This guide below gives you the full 2026 Triple Crown schedule. You will learn when and where each race takes place, how to watch live on TV and how to stream each event online.
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2026 Kentucky Derby Horses: Full List of Contenders & Entries
See the full list of 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) horses, contenders, and official entries. Track updates, odds, and key profiles.
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