2025 Kentucky Derby Brisnet Speed Rating report

Thu May 01 2025James Scully

We will focus on the final two prep races, ranking the Kentucky Derby field by last-out number.
STUDY: Do Kentucky Derby winners earn more per second than other athletes?

Thu May 01 2025J. Keeler Johnson

When Mystik Dan battled to a narrow victory in the 2024 Kentucky Derby (G1), he claimed a first-prize purse worth $3.1 million.
Post Positions That Produced The Most & Fewest Kentucky Derby Winners

Thu May 01 2025TwinSpires Staff

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.
The biggest upsets in Kentucky Derby history

Thu May 01 2025Josh Powell

From Donerail in 1913 to Country House in 2019, we rank the five most shocking upsets in Kentucky Derby history.
Kentucky Derby scratches that changed history

Thu May 01 2025Vance Hanson

While a comprehensive list of Kentucky Derby scratches since 1875 is not possible, these four withdrawals perhaps were the most significant.
Japanese Horses In the Kentucky Derby: Racing Stars From Japan

Thu May 01 2025TwinSpires Staff

Japanese Horses In the Kentucky Derby: Racing Stars From Japan
Who was the biggest underdog ever to win the Kentucky Derby?

Thu May 01 2025Vance Hanson

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.
Top 10 Most Successful Trainers in Kentucky Derby History

Thu May 01 2025Ashley Anderson

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.
20 Fun and Memorable Kentucky Derby Quotes & Sayings

Thu May 01 2025TwinSpires Staff

What are some of the most iconic Kentucky Derby quotes and Kentucky Derby sayings that have stayed with fans throughout history?
20 songs for your Kentucky Derby playlist

Thu May 01 2025Sara Dacus

Do you know these 20 familiar songs referencing horse racing or the Kentucky Derby?
Kentucky Derby International Scouting Report: Luxor Cafe, Admire Daytona

Wed Apr 30 2025Kellie Reilly

After Japan came closer than ever in the 2024 Kentucky Derby (G1), the two Japanese shippers for the 2025 Run for the Roses will attract plenty of attention.
The Jury: Expert Picks, Bets, and Fades for May 2-3, 2025

Wed Apr 30 2025TwinSpires Staff

A special TwinSpires Jury of James Scully, Darin Zoccali, Ashley Anderson, and Nick Tammaro gather ahead of the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby (G1) and Oaks (G1) to dish out their top picks in the big races at Churchill Downs on Friday, May 2, and Saturday, May 3.
Horses: $177 Billion annually to the US Economy

Wed Apr 30 2025Alastair Bull

For many Americans, Kentucky Derby day is the one big day when they take an interest in horse racing. In the popular mindset, all roads lead to the first Saturday in May at Louisville. But as spectacular as that one day is, it’s merely the high point of a multi-billion dollar industry that employs thousands of people.