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Golden Tempo skips Preakness, targets Belmont Stakes

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Kentucky 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


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Derby Bob Defies Death to Attend 80th Straight Derby

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Kentucky 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

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Golden 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

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Cherie 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

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The 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

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Simone 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

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The 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

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The 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

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The 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

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Prediction 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

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Renegade 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

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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

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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

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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