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Meet Puerto Rican Jockey José L. Ortiz: He Won The 2026 Kentucky Derby, But His Paycheck May Surprise You

José L. Ortiz won the 2026 Kentucky Derby and turned the most famous two minutes in American horse racing into a Puerto Rican family story.

Latin Times

Anna Nicole Smith's Daughter Stuns at the Kentucky Derby: 5 Photos That Show Her Striking Resemblance to Her Mom

Dannielynn Birkhead, daughter of Anna Nicole Smith, captivated the 2026 Kentucky Derby with her striking resemblance to her mother, sparking nostalgia and media buzz.

International Business Times UK

José Ortiz & Golden Tempo Kentucky Derby Win: Prize Money, Payouts, and Why It Made History

José Ortiz rides Golden Tempo to Kentucky Derby victory, with prize money, payouts, and historic milestones drawing global attention

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5 Photos of Jockey Jose Ortiz and Golden Tempo's Surprise Derby Win While Trainer Cherie DeVaux Makes History

Jockey Jose Ortiz achieved a historic victory at the 152nd Kentucky Derby, guiding underdog Golden Tempo from last to first, marking his first Derby win and a $3.1M payout.

International Business Times UK

From Last to Legend: Inside Golden Tempo’s Unlikely Kentucky Derby Triumph

The “lazy” horse stormed from the back in a chaotic stretch run, delivering trainer Cherie DeVaux a historic win and jockey José Ortiz familial bragging rights.

Sports Illustrated

Forget About Horses—These Two Empowering Women Ruled the Kentucky Derby in Golden Tempo’s Historic Win

What a day it was for Cherie DeVaux and Donna Brothers at Churchill Downs.

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Cherie DeVaux makes history and becomes first female trainer of a Kentucky Derby winner

Golden Tempo was being ridden by Jose Ortiz

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Tradition, fashion and horse racing at the Kentucky Derby, in photos

The Kentucky Derby marks its 152nd running, continuing its legacy as America’s longest continuously held sporting event. Known as the “Run for the Roses” and the first leg of the Triple Crown of thoroughbred racing, the race is held each year on the first Saturday in May at Churchill Downs…

The Independent UK

Kentucky Derby 2026: Bill Belichick and the Best-Dressed Celebrities at Churchill Downs

Here were some of the biggest sports stars and celebrities seen attending the Kentucky Derby this year.

Sports Illustrated

How to watch Kentucky Derby 2026: live stream horse racing online from anywhere

All the ways to watch Kentucky Derby 2026 live streams online and from anywhere, with Renegade the favorite for 152nd edition of the Run for the Roses.

Tom’s Guide

152nd Kentucky Derby: Golden Tempo Wins in Thrilling Finish

What a finish.

Sports Illustrated

Kentucky Derby sees wide-open possibilities after crowd favorite scratched from race

The 152nd Kentucky Derby is considered exceptionally wide open, with no clear favorite among the twenty horses, a sentiment echoed by veteran racecaller Larry Collmus.

The Independent UK

Betting on the Kentucky Derby is more popular than ever. So why is it so confusing?

Americans bet a record $234 million on a two-minute race last year. Getting that money down legally remains hard, thanks to Kentucky's laws.

Fortune

Kentucky Derby 2026: Answering Every Stupid Question You Might Have About Horse Racing

Here’s the inside track on what first-time viewers should know about the sport.

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How to Bet $100 at the 2026 Kentucky Derby

Want to know how to get the best bang for your buck for Saturday’s big race? Pat Forde has you covered.

The Independent UK

Wide-open Kentucky Derby leaves experts struggling to pick favorite

At least a half-dozen horses possess a legitimate chance to win the 152nd running

The Independent UK

At the track, on the air and behind the scenes, women make the Kentucky Derby happen

The Kentucky Oaks moving to prime time Friday is putting the best 3-year-old fillies in the spotlight under the lights

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These 3 Charts Look Like Thoroughbreds: Get Derby-Ready With My Racetrack-to-SPY Roadmap

Our resident ROAR columnist explains how he got into horse racing, and how stock market fans can find a favorite for this weekend.

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Meet the Promiscuous Stud Building a Kentucky Derby Legacy

No horse can match the impact of Into Mischief, a 21-year-old stallion with three Derby-winning offspring and three more competing Saturday.

The Independent UK

Donna Brothers steps away from NBC’s Kentucky Derby coverage after 26 races

Donna Brothers has been a key figure in NBC’s Kentucky Derby coverage since 2001

Sports Illustrated

Kentucky Derby Payouts: Full Prize Purse for Winners and Participants in 2026

How much cash is at play in this year's race?

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Kentucky Derby 2026: How Much Is a Ticket Inside Churchill Downs?

Don't forget to budget money for mint julep, too.

Sports Illustrated

How a Decision Three Decades Ago Is Pushing Japan Toward a Kentucky Derby Win

Strategic breeding starting with an American stallion and international investment have positioned Japan as a formidable force in horse racing.

The Independent UK

Watching the Kentucky Derby from home? Here’s how to make a perfect mint julep

More than 125,000 of the iconic cocktails are consumed annually during the two-day festival

Sports Illustrated

The Triple Crown Is at a Crossroads Between a Modern Calendar and Tradition

By keeping Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty out of the Preakness last year, Bill Mott reignited horse racing’s long-simmering debate.

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