Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Baeza

Sat Jun 07 2025J. Keeler Johnson

A gallant runner-up finish in a strong renewal of the Santa Anita Derby (G1) has stamped Baeza as a compelling candidate for the 2025 Kentucky Derby (G1).
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Journalism

Sat Jun 07 2025J. Keeler Johnson

Sometimes it’s possible to glance at a horse's pedigree and conclude with certainty they’re bred to shine racing classic distances, including the 1 1/4-mile journey of the Kentucky Derby (G1).
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Sovereignty

Sat Jun 07 2025J. Keeler Johnson

There was a time not too many years ago when a horse like Sovereignty might have been overlooked as a Kentucky Derby (G1) contender because of his pedigree.
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Horse Racing This Weekend: Key Races, Top Horses & Best Bets [June 7-June 8]

Sat Jun 07 2025TwinSpires Staff

Find out everything you need to know about key races, top horse, and best bets with TwinSpires horse racing this weekend.
LIVE Friday Belmont Stakes Festival expert picks, odds, horses, news, and handicapping analysis

Fri Jun 06 2025TwinSpires Staff

Follow along with us throughout today's stakes races for expert picks, odds, horse racing news, results, and more.
2025 Belmont Stakes: Journalism pegged at 8-5, Sovereignty 2-1 on morning line

Mon Jun 02 2025TwinSpires Staff

Post positions and morning-line odds for the 2025 Belmont Stakes
1907 Kentucky Derby Winner Pink Star
Tall Tales of the Track: Pink Star Springs a Surprise

Sun May 25 2025Jennifer Kelly

Pink Star, bred and owned by J. Hal Woodford, was a grandson of another Derby winner, yet he almost did not contest the big race. His improbable win, characterized by a powerful late surge, remains a testament to the unpredictable nature of horse racing and the spirit of a true underdog.
2025 Triple Crown Schedule: Key Dates, TV Schedule & Live Stream

Thu May 15 2025TwinSpires Staff

Explore the 2025 Triple Crown schedule with key race dates, TV coverage and live stream options for the Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont Stakes.
How long are the three Triple Crown races?

Thu May 15 2025Alastair Bull

The three races which make up the U.S. Triple Crown of Thoroughbred horse racing—the Kentucky Derby, Preakness S., and Belmont S.—each provide a test over a different distance at a different venue.
2025 Kentucky Derby reflections: Royal late kick propels Sovereignty

Sat May 10 2025James Scully

After showing an affinity for Churchill Downs last year, Sovereignty proved best in the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby (G1), delivering a powerful late kick to win by 1 1/2 lengths.
2025 Kentucky Derby reflections: Historic result in a vintage edition

Thu May 08 2025Kellie Reilly

Despite the sea of slop at Churchill Downs on the first Saturday in May, the 151st Kentucky Derby (G1) delivered a satisfyingly logical result.
2025 Kentucky Derby reflection: What were the odds?

Tue May 06 2025Vance Hanson

The widespread popularity of the Kentucky Derby, in conjunction with some offbeat results in recent years, has resulted in a highly inefficient betting market, at least in the win pool. This past Saturday was yet another example.
Racing Roundtable: Kentucky Derby 151, Good Cheer's Kentucky Oaks score, and more from Churchill Downs

Tue May 06 2025TwinSpires Staff

The Racing Roundtable of James Scully, Vance Hanson, and Ashley Anderson recap Kentucky Derby 151, Good Cheer's Kentucky Oaks (G1) victory, plus other eye-catching performances from Churchill Downs.