Growth in Kentucky Derby Day betting virtually unabated in its modern history

Fri Apr 25 2025Vance Hanson

Growth in Kentucky Derby Day is not up for debate. Betting virtually is firmly a part of modern history.
Jason Beem Thursday Thoughts
Thursday Thoughts with Jason Beem for April 24, 2025

Thu Apr 24 2025Jason Beem

Jason discusses 'wise guy' and 'narrative' horses that might get bet in this year's Kentucky Derby.
The Official EARLY 2025 Kentucky Derby Betting Guide

Thu Apr 24 2025TwinSpires Staff

The EARLY 2025 Kentucky Derby Betting Guide focuses on getting to know the contenders probable to enter the Kentucky Derby.
Render Judgment – Kentucky Derby Context

Wed Apr 23 2025James Scully

Runner-up in the Virginia Derby, Render Judgement will face a tall challenge if he makes the 20-horse Kentucky Derby field.
Kentucky Derby Roundup: Workouts, jockeys, shipping plans

Wed Apr 23 2025J. Keeler Johnson

The 2025 Kentucky Derby (G1) is 12 days away. Catch up on the latest news and notes as two-dozen contenders finalize preparations for the first Saturday in May:
Racing Roundtable: Easter weekend review and appealing longshots for the Kentucky Derby, Oaks

Wed Apr 23 2025TwinSpires Staff

The Racing Roundtable of Ashley Anderson, James Scully, and Vance Hanson congregate to go over what caught their eye over the weekend in racing, but mostly to look ahead to the Kentucky Derby (G1) and Kentucky Oaks (G1).
Race for the Crown Premiers on Netflix: Follow Along with TwinSpires

Wed Apr 23 2025Sara Dacus

Race for the Crown premieres on Netflix April 22. The six-part docuseries follows jockeys, trainers, and owners through the 2024 Triple Crown season, beginning with the previous season’s Breeders’ Cup.
STUDY: How many prep races are ideal for Kentucky Derby horses?

Tue Apr 22 2025J. Keeler Johnson

How many prep races are ideal to prepare a horse for victory in the Kentucky Derby? Let’s crunch the numbers and find out.
Built - Kentucky Derby Context

Tue Apr 22 2025James Scully

Built established himself as a promising prospect over the winter, recording a pair of commendable stakes efforts at Fair Grounds, but his last two performances raise doubts about his affinity for the 1 1/4-mile Kentucky Derby distance.
Rodriguez – Kentucky Derby Context

Tue Apr 22 2025James Scully

After placing in his first two stakes, Rodriguez shipped east to record a convincing win in the Wood Memorial (G2)—the speedy colt figures to add speed to the Kentucky Derby for six-time winner Bob Baffert.
Luxor Café – Kentucky Derby Context

Tue Apr 22 2025James Scully

A winner of four straight, Luxor Cafe qualified for the Kentucky Derby via the Japan Road and the late runner will bring a strong turn of foot to his first international appearance at Churchill Downs.
Admire Daytona – Kentucky Derby Context

Tue Apr 22 2025James Scully

After setting the pace, Admire Daytona dug in gamely to win the U.A.E. Derby by a nose, and he will be third consecutive Japanese-based winner of the race to contest the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.
Baeza – Kentucky Derby Context

Tue Apr 22 2025James Scully

After a fine second in the Santa Anita Derby (G1), Baeza counts 2023 Kentucky Derby winner Mage as a half-brother and rates as a serious win contender if he draws into the 20-horse field.