2024 Kentucky Derby winner: Mystik Dan (18-1) wins the 150th Kentucky Derby

Sat May 04 2024J. Keeler Johnson

In the closest Kentucky Derby (G1) finish in more than a quarter-century, Mystik Dan surged up the rail and turned back late challenges to win the 150th edition of the historic race by a nose.
Storylines to watch for 2024 Kentucky Derby

Sat May 04 2024Kellie Reilly

The 150th Kentucky Derby (G1) promises to be a vintage renewal, befitting the special historical occasion.
Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem May 2, 2024

Thu May 02 2024Jason Beem

Jason gives his final thoughts and picks for the Kentucky Oaks (G1) and Kentucky Derby (G1).
Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem April 29, 2024

Mon Apr 29 2024Jason Beem

Jason looks ahead to this week's Derby festivities and looks back at some of his Derby memories.
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Mugatu

Sat Apr 27 2024J. Keeler Johnson

After finishing fourth in the John Battaglia Memorial S. and fifth in the Blue Grass (G1) on the Road to the Kentucky Derby, Mugatu enters the 2024 Kentucky Derby (G1) as the second also-eligible entrant in an overflow field of 22 horses.
The human and the horse

Thu Apr 25 2024TwinSpires Staff

As the 150th Kentucky Derby approaches, we want to honor the beautiful connection that occurs between the horse and the human that cares for them.
Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem Apr. 25, 2024

Thu Apr 25 2024Jason Beem

Jason shares some Thursday Thoughts on Keeneland's meet wrapping up, Churchill's getting underway, and more!
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Epic Ride

Wed Apr 24 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Which racing surface is best for Epic Ride? And can he handle the Kentucky Derby’s testing 1 1/4-mile distance? His pedigree hints at the answers.
Monday Morning Message with Jason Beem April 22, 2024

Mon Apr 22 2024Jason Beem

Jason looks back at the weekend including the Illinois Derby win for Patriot Spirit and that horse's journey through his racing career.
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Common Defense

Sun Apr 21 2024J. Keeler Johnson

Top-five finishers in the Louisiana Derby (G2), Rebel (G2), and Southwest (G3) have launched Common Defense into the Kentucky Derby (G1) picture, even though his pedigree is geared toward success on turf more than dirt.
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Grand Mo the First

Sun Apr 21 2024J. Keeler Johnson

A glance at the pedigree of Kentucky Derby (G1) contender Grand Mo the First reveals the source of his multi-surface versatility.
Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem Apr. 18, 2024

Thu Apr 18 2024Jason Beem

Jason discusses racing fans who came to the sport during the pandemic and the excitement of marketing to people who are new in the game.
150 years of Kentucky Derby winners: 1975-2023

Thu Apr 18 2024TwinSpires Staff

Kentucky Derby 150 is just around the corner! Celebrate by exploring the rich history of Derby winners and Kentucky Derby Results.