The Latest Breaking News from the Kentucky Derby

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes to call ‘riders up’ at 149th Kentucky Derby

#Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes will call "Riders Up!" at the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 6.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 3, 2023

Patrick Mahomes gets a call for the Kentucky Derby

What will Patrick Mahomes call Saturday at the Kentucky Derby?

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 3, 2023

Horse Deaths Raise Questions Ahead of the Kentucky Derby

Four racehorses have died leading up to this week’s festivities, casting a shadow over the sport as it tries to celebrate its biggest week of the year.

Sports Illustrated · May 3, 2023

Kentucky Derby Watch 2023: Forte emerges as clear favorite with race now a month away

LEXINGTON, Ky. — With only one month left until the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby on May 6 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, one horse has separated itself from the pack as a clear front-runner for this year’s Run for the Roses.

Tribune News Service · Apr 5, 2023

British syndicate group considering once-in-a-lifetime shot at the £2.4m Kentucky Derby

Top syndicate ownership group Middleham Park Racing is seriously considering running three-year-old Brave Emperor in the historic US race, the Kentucky Derby

Daily Mirror · Apr 3, 2023

Forte’s win in Florida Derby makes him the big Kentucky Derby favorite

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. — If there was any doubt who will be the favorite for the Kentucky Derby, Forte erased it with a rousing come-from-behind win Saturday in the $1 million Florida Derby.

Los Angeles Times · Apr 2, 2023