The Latest Breaking News from Kentucky Derby

An anthem of corrupt Southern nostalgia

White people and institutions need to hit a hard pause and reflect on the Kentucky Derby anthem's history

Salon · May 5, 2022

2022 Kentucky Derby updated odds through Thursday

Kentucky Derby odds as of Thursday morning.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 5, 2022

Kentucky Derby weather forecast: Will it rain at Churchill Downs for 2022 Oaks, Derby?

Could we see some wet conditions?

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 5, 2022

John Clay: How important are prerace works for Kentucky Derby horses? We asked the experts.

LEXINGTON, Ky. — By dawn’s first light, Churchill Downs was crazy busy last weekend. Kentucky Derby contender after Kentucky Derby contender went to the track for their all-important final major works before the sport’s greatest race this Saturday.

Tribune News Service · May 4, 2022

Here’s which apps allow you to bet the Kentucky Derby on mobile

Betting on the Kentucky Derby has never been easier.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 4, 2022

Bob Baffert Won’t Be at the Kentucky Derby, but Racing Still Can’t Shake Him

One of the most successful—and now controversial—trainers received a stark message: No one is bigger than Churchill Downs. But his presence still looms.

Sports Illustrated · May 4, 2022

Four stallions have sired multiple contenders in 2022 Kentucky Derby. Meet the fathers.

LEXINGTON, Ky. — When evaluating the field for Saturday’s Kentucky Derby, one of the most important aspects to look at is the background and bloodlines of each horse.

Tribune News Service · May 4, 2022

Where 2022's Kentucky Derby contenders were born and how they made it to Churchill Downs

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky is not just the "horse capital of the world" because the Kentucky Derby happens to be here. It's the horse capital of the world because almost all the contenders for this signature American classic are born and bred in the commonwealth.

Tribune News Service · May 4, 2022

Oh, Mudder: Rain Could Change The Odds For Saturday’s Kentucky Derby

Atmospheric ‘traffic jam’ will likely produce sloppy conditions at Churchill Downs, impacting horsepower.

Zenger · May 4, 2022

‘I feel like I’m 30 years old.’ Ageless Mike Smith aims for Kentucky Derby history.

LEXINTON, Ky. — For Mike Smith, it’s the horses that keep him young.

Tribune News Service · May 3, 2022