Sandman – Kentucky Derby Context

Fri Apr 18 2025James Scully

Sandman established himself as a major Kentucky Derby (G1) contender with a rallying win in the Arkansas Derby (G1).
2025 Kentucky Derby Trackside Coverage: Expert picks, odds, and all-access covearage

Fri Apr 18 2025TwinSpires Staff

The 2025 Kentucky Derby is quickly approaching! Catch all the horse racing news directly from the race track for Kentucky Derby 2025. Stay up-to-date with exclusive interviews, picks, live odds and more.
Flying Mohawk – Kentucky Derby Context

Thu Apr 17 2025James Scully

Flying Mohawk earned a Kentucky Derby berth finishing second in the Jeff Ruby Steaks (G3) at Turfway Park, and the confirmed closer will make his first dirt start at Churchill Downs on Derby Day.
Tiztastic – Kentucky Derby Context

Thu Apr 17 2025James Scully

Kentucky Derby Context for Louisiana Derby (G2) winner Tiztastic, who promises to bring a late kick to the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby on May 3.
American Promise – Kentucky Derby Context

Thu Apr 17 2025James Scully

Virginia Derby romper American Promise will represent the legendary D. Wayne Lukas, a four-time Kentucky Derby winner, and the speedy colt promises to add to the Kentucky Derby pace.
Chunk of Gold - Kentucky Derby Context

Thu Apr 17 2025James Scully

After making his first two starts at Turfway Park, Chunk of Gold recorded consecutive runner-up finishes in the Risen Star S. (G2) and Louisiana Derby (G2) to guarantee himself a Kentucky Derby spot.
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Neoequos

Wed Apr 16 2025J. Keeler Johnson

Speed is a strong suit for Neoequos. But does he have the stamina to stretch out over 1 1/4 miles in the Kentucky Derby (G1)?
Citizen Bull – Kentucky Derby Context

Wed Apr 16 2025James Scully

Champion two-year-old male Citizen Bull did not turn in his best effort in the Santa Anita Derby (G1) and is a candidate to rebound for six-time Kentucky Derby winner Bob Baffert at Churchill Downs.
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Render Judgment

Tue Apr 15 2025J. Keeler Johnson

Render Judgment’s pedigree suggests he’ll stay 1 1/4 miles without issue, but does the stretch-running colt have enough speed to win the Kentucky Derby?
2025 Kentucky Derby News and Notes

Tue Apr 15 2025TwinSpires Staff

2025 KENTUCKY DERBY LATEST NEWS, LIVE UPDATES, ANALYSIS, CONTENDERS & ODDS INFORMATION
Kentucky Derby Roundup: Burnham Square wins the Blue Grass

Mon Apr 14 2025J. Keeler Johnson

The 2025 Kentucky Derby (G1) is 19 days away. Catch up on the latest news and notes as the Road to the Kentucky Derby unfolds:
Kentucky Derby pedigree profile: Baeza

Mon Apr 14 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: Madaket Road

Mon Apr 14 2025J. Keeler Johnson

Does Madaket Road have the requisite stamina to race 1 1/4 miles in the Kentucky Derby? His pedigree suggests classic distances might be a little longer than ideal.