Golden Tempo skips Preakness, targets Belmont Stakes
#KentuckyDerby #PreaknessStakesKentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo will skip the Preakness Stakes, ending Triple Crown hopes. Trainer Cherie DeVaux prioritizes the horse's health and future. Golden Tempo is expected to run in the Belmont Stakes next month. read more
Derby Bob Defies Death to Attend 80th Straight Derby
#KentuckyDerby #DerbyBobKentucky Derby superfan Bob Weihe, 88, attended his 80th straight race after a harrowing four-month hospital stay. Defying hospice warnings, he arrived with a police escort, saw Golden Tempo win, and helped a family member win $56,000. read more
Cherie DeVaux makes history winning Kentucky Derby
#KentuckyDerby #CherieDeVauxGolden Tempo won the Kentucky Derby, making Cherie DeVaux the first female trainer to win the historic race. Jose Ortiz rode the 23-1 long shot to victory at Churchill Downs. DeVaux called it a "masterful" ride, marking a historic milestone for women in horse racing. read more
Cherie DeVaux Makes History, Wins Kentucky Derby
#KentuckyDerby #HistoryMakerCherie DeVaux became the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby as Golden Tempo rallied from last to win at 23-1 odds. Ridden by Jose Ortiz, the horse beat favorite Renegade before 100,000 fans at Churchill Downs. read more
Derby Day dazzles with fashion and fanfare
#KentuckyDerby #DerbyFashionThe 2026 Kentucky Derby arrives with horses racing while fans dazzle in outrageous hats and stylish outfits at Churchill Downs. Off-track spectacle rivals the 152nd running’s excitement. read more
Kentucky Derby draws star-studded celebrity crowd
#KentuckyDerby #CelebritiesSimone Biles and Tom Brady headline notable Kentucky Derby celebrity attendees. The 152nd Derby promises more stars. Past attendees include Travis Kelce, Peyton Manning, Michael Phelps, and Carmelo Anthony, often arriving with teammates or spouses at Churchill Downs. read more
152nd Kentucky Derby Set for May 2, 2026
#KentuckyDerby #HorseRacingThe 152nd Kentucky Derby runs May 2, 2026, at Churchill Downs with 19 horses and a $5 million purse. Renegade is the 4-1 favorite. Post time is 6:57 p.m. ET on NBC. read more
Kentucky Derby field cut to 19 after The Puma scratched
#KentuckyDerby #HorseRacingThe Puma was scratched from the Kentucky Derby due to a swollen leg from a skin infection, reducing the field to 19 horses. The father-son training duo, seeking their second Derby win, expressed disappointment. Renegade remains the favorite. read more
Kentucky Derby 2026: History, Betting Angles and Key Storylines
#KentuckyDerby #HorseRacingThe 152nd Kentucky Derby offers feel-good stories and betting angles. Cherie DeVaux seeks to be first female trainer to win. Mike Smith, 59, aims for oldest jockey win. Favorite Renegade faces tough No. 1 post. Further Ado is a top pick. read more
Prediction markets skip Kentucky Derby over legal fears
#KentuckyDerby #PredictionMarketsPrediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket are skipping the 2026 Kentucky Derby due to legal risks under the Interstate Horseracing Act, which grants racetracks control over wagering. Churchill Downs requested removal, fearing disruption to horse racing's financial ecosystem. read more
Renegade Favorite Despite Tough Inside Rail Draw
#KentuckyDerby #HorseRacingRenegade is the 4-1 Kentucky Derby favorite but drew the No. 1 post, which hasn't produced a winner since 1986. Commandment and Further Ado are co-second choices at 6-1. The race is May 2. read more
#KentuckyDerby #TripleCrown
Mystik Dan, ridden by Brian Hernandez Jr, won the 150th Kentucky Derby, heading to the Preakness for a chance to win the Triple Crown. Trainer Kenny McPeek overcame initial concerns to pursue victory, with Muth by Baffert likely a top competitor. read more
#AnnaNicoleSmith #KentuckyDerby
Anna Nicole Smith's daughter, Dannielynn, accompanied by her father, Larry Birkhead, attended the Kentucky Derby, with the teenager looking stylish in a red dress inspired by a character. Larry raises Dannielynn, recalling his meeting with Smith 20 years ago at the same event. read more
#KentuckyDerby #CelebrityFashion
Celebrities like Martha Stewart, Wynonna Judd, and Sheryl Lee Ralph attend the 2024 Kentucky Derby, showcasing their fashion at the event in Churchill Downs. The red carpet also featured other stars, including Jimmy Fallon and Kid Rock. read more
#TravisKelce #KentuckyDerby
Travis Kelce attends Kentucky Derby without Taylor Swift. The NFL player was seen at the event in a tan suit and navy fedora, while his pop star girlfriend's private plane headed to Paris. The couple did not attend the Kentucky Derby together. read more
#KentuckyDerby #HorseRacingEthics
An article discusses the ethical issues surrounding horse racing at Churchill Downs ahead of the Kentucky Derby, highlighting the fatalities that occurred last year and the potential for abuse in training young horses. read more