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.
Race for the Crown episode 3 recap: The Road to the Derby - Part 2

Tue Apr 29 2025Sara Dacus

Race for the Crown episode 3—titled "The Road to the Derby: Part 2"—slightly deviates from the chronological sequence of the 2024 Derby preps, focusing on the Santa Anita Derby (G1) and the Arkansas Derby (G1).
Kentucky Derby Roundup: Latest workouts and position post draw

Tue Apr 29 2025J. Keeler Johnson

The 2025 Kentucky Derby (G1) is five days away. Catch up on the latest news and notes as the first Saturday in May approaches:
STUDY: Is the Kentucky Derby's Apollo Curse a negative or positive?

Mon Apr 28 2025J. Keeler Johnson

Is a lack of juvenile racing experience a detriment in the Kentucky Derby, or is the Apollo Curse a myth resulting from an insufficient sample size of horses?
STUDY: Is the average age of Kentucky Derby-winning jockeys rising?

Sun Apr 27 2025J. Keeler Johnson

Anecdotally, it appears the average age of Kentucky Derby-winning jockeys has increased over the past 100 years. Does this hold up under closer scrutiny?
Journalism draws post 8, pegged as 3-1 favorite in 2025 Kentucky Derby

Sun Apr 27 2025TwinSpires Staff

Post positions and morning-line odds for the 2025 Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks
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2025 Kentucky Derby post position draw with LIVE handicapping commentary

Sat Apr 26 2025TwinSpires Staff

Join our expert panel as they comment on the contenders post positions prior, after, and during the draw, and so much more!