LIVE Thurby Kentucky Derby Week: Expert Picks, LIVE odds, schedule, horse racing news & handicapping analysis

May 1st, 2025

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Kentucky Derby 2025 is almost here

Kentucky Derby 2025 is only a day away. Stay with us all day as we keep you updated on all the latest horse racing news for Thurby all while preparing you for one of the two biggest race days of the year the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks

Today we will be joined by Jason Beem, Keeler Johnson, and John Mucciolo as they share their handicapping analysis, expert picks, and insights into the race days ahead.

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Run for the Roses sign at the Kentucky Derby (Photo by Jessica Piat / TwinSpires.com)

2025 Kentucky Derby News and Notes

The Kentucky Derby news and notes offers all of our coverage cultivated in one place! This resource is for those who want to bookmark and stay up to date with all the relevant information Kentucky Derby fans and horse-players would want to know from our leading experts.

Our sister sites, Brisnet.com and KentuckyDerby.com also have similar editor-curated content-aggregate posts to streamline our users’ hunt for the latest key information on the Fastest Five Minutes In Sports.

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Thurby Stakes Races Schedule

TimeStakes Race
3:27 PMKentucky Juvenile Stakes
5:47 PMOpening Verse Stakes
6:18 PMSt. Matthews Overnight Stakes

The Twin Spires at Churchill Downs (Photo by Horse Photos/Credit to Rickelle Nelson)

2025 Kentucky Derby Trackside Coverage: Expert picks, odds, and all-access coverage

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, race schedules and more. 

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Thurby Stakes Race Results

WinnerStakes Race
TBDKentucky Juvenile Stakes
TBDOpening Verse Stakes
TBDSt. Matthews Overnight Stakes

Kentucky Derby 2025 FAQ

What is the post time for Kentucky Derby 2025?

The post time for Kentucky Derby 2025 is at 6:57 PM at Churchill Downs race track in Louisville, Kentucky.

Who are the Kentucky Derby horses 2025?

There are 20 Kentucky Derby horses for 2025 that will fight to be in the winners for the Run for the Roses. Below is each contender so you can add them to your stable and never miss a race again: 

Citizen BullAdmire Daytona (JPN)Flying MohawkCoal Battle
NeoequosLuxor CafeEast AvenueSandman
Final GambitJournalismPublisherSovereignty
RodriguezBurnham SquareTiztasticChunk of Gold
American PromiseGrandeRender JudgmentOwen Almighty

What is the easiest way for betting online for horse racing races this weekend?

The easiest way for betting online for horse racing races is to use TwinSpires, the official betting partner of the Kentucky Derby. It's quick and easy with some great promotional offers to easily take advantage of. Join HERE!

Where can I find the Kentucky Derby results?

You can easily find Kentucky Derby results with TwinSpires multiple ways! You can view who won the Kentucky Derby on our betting platform through results, and even on our LIVE blog on Kentucky Derby Day right after the race!

Click here to accessing betting results for Churchill Downs

What horse races make up the Triple Crown?

The horse races that make up the Triple Crown are Kentucky Derby, Preakness, and Belmont is the last Jewel of the Triple Crown. Is there a Triple Crown winner among the field of Kentucky Derby horses this year?

Who are the previous Kentucky Derby Winners?

With 150 years of history behind the Kentucky Derby there are definitely some memorable wins. Find all 150 years of Kentucky Derby winners HERE!



Join us tomorrow for exclusive Kentucky Oaks LIVE coverage with expert picks, LIVE odds, promotional bonus offers, interviews, and more.


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