The time for “Run for the Roses” is finally approaching.
And this Kentucky Derby will be historic.
The 150th Kentucky Derby is scheduled for Saturday, and the horse racing world is starting to decide on some favorites, with Fierce currently at 5-2, followed by Sierra Leone at 3-1, but The previous favorite horse has not been determined. He has won the last five Kentucky Derbys. Therefore, smart players may want to start looking for value elsewhere.
As for the venue itself, historic Churchill Downs underwent a $200 million renovation project that is said to have given the racetrack a “stadium” feel. “It’s been day and night,” Chris Gallopin said. Churchill Downs Construction Manager. “With this design, when you walk in and look at the paddock and see the horses, it feels more intentional. The paddock is much wider. It’s not a tight oval shape like it used to be, now it feels more intentional. It’s almost oval in shape.”
However, there is no need to worry. His two spiers, a staple of Churchill Downs, still remain.
Here’s how and what to look out for at the 2024 Kentucky Derby.
How to watch the 2024 Kentucky Derby
Race day begins Saturday, May 4th at noon ET on NBC, but there are plenty of races before the big one.
The event begins at 12:00 PM ET and will be broadcast on USA Network and Peacock until 2:20 PM ET. Then, at 2:30 p.m. ET, Darby will air on NBC and Peacock until 7:30 p.m.
What are the odds for the race?
These will change as race time approaches, but here are the current odds for the 2024 Kentucky Derby. Available from Churchill Downswill be arranged by post lottery. Note: 3 horses — Continuing, Sir Miles and Practical Movement — was scratched off the field Thursday. They were replaced by Cyclone Mischief, Lord Russell, and Mandarin Hero.
2024 Kentucky Derby standings and odds
| post position | Horse | trainer | odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| post position | Horse | trainer | odds |
| 1 | Dornoch | danny gargan | 20-1 |
| 2 | Sierra Leone | chad brown | 3-1 |
| 3 | Mystic Dan | kenny mcpeak | 20-1 |
| Four | seize freedom | brad cox | 8-1 |
| Five | catalyst | Saffie Joseph Jr. | 30-1 |
| 6 | just steal | wayne lucas | 20-1 |
| 7 | honor marie | whit beckman | 20-1 |
| 8 | Just a Touch | brad cox | 10-1 |
| 9 | encino | brad cox | SCR |
| Ten | TOPassword | Daisuke Takayanagi | 30-1 |
| 11 | forever young | Yoshito Yahagi | 10-1 |
| 12 | truck phantom | Steve Asmussen | 20-1 |
| 13 | west saratoga | larry demeritt | 50-1 |
| 14 | endlessly | michael mccarthy | 30-1 |
| 15 | Domestic products | chad brown | 30-1 |
| 16 | Granmo I | victor barboza jr. | 50-1 |
| 17 | Violent | tod plecher | 5-2 |
| 18 | fortress | Phil D’Amato | 20-1 |
| 19 | Resilience | Bill Mott | 20-1 |
| 20 | society | danny gargan | 50-1 |
| twenty one | epic ride | John Ennis | 30-1 |
| twenty two | Mugatu | Jeff Engler | 30-1 |
What else should I know?
As for this weekend’s entertainment, Kentucky native Wynonna Judd is scheduled to sing the national anthem on Saturday. “I’m so proud to represent my home state and be a part of one of our oldest and most iconic traditions. The Kentucky Derby is something I look forward to every year, and I’m thrilled to be able to perform again this year. This makes this important event even more special.” Judd said..
Emerging country artist and “The Voice” finalist Lana Scott will sing the national anthem at Friday’s Kentucky Oaks.
If you’re hosting a derby party, you’ll need a few things. First up is the perfect mint julep. If you find some good mint, Alton Brown’s Recipes and Techniques It’s a good recipe to follow. At the Kentucky Derby, Recipes you can follow.
Next, you need a proper menu. The Kentucky Derby isKentucky Derby 150 Official Menu” includes herb grits, bourbon cherry brisket burnt ends, and shrimp pasta. They also have their “”Kentucky Derby at home” menu features the legendary Martha Stewart.
