Kentucky Derby 2026: Betting odds, starting positions, broadcast schedule, and additional information
This weekend is the first Saturday in May. That means one of the most anticipated events in sports is upon us: the Kentucky Derby. This year’s lineup includes a horse with a remarkable winning streak and another top contender facing a tricky start due to the draw. How to watch the 2026 Kentucky Derby The […]
How 200,000 guests are fed during the Kentucky Derby weekend at Churchill Downs
Kentucky Derby: A Balance of Tradition and Innovation At Churchill Downs, Robert Lopez’s role is to keep Kentucky Derby guests happily fed during a bourbon-infused marathon. It’s a time-honored tradition that he feels a strong obligation to preserve, while also introducing something fresh and different. Lopez states, “You can’t change the Mint Julep.” This embodies […]
An inside glimpse of the renowned Churchill Downs on Kentucky Derby day
Kentucky Derby Anticipation at Churchill Downs LOUISVILLE, Ky. — This Saturday, over 150,000 fans are expected at Churchill Downs for the Kentucky Derby, but the excitement really begins long before they arrive. For many involved behind the scenes, Derby Day isn’t about wearing stylish hats or sipping mint juleps. Instead, it represents the climax of […]
Paula Deen talks about style at the Kentucky Derby, saying it’s better than the food and drinks.
Paula Deen Shares Favorite Kentucky Derby Traditions As the Kentucky Derby approaches this Saturday, many are making their way to Louisville to take in the excitement of the horse races and enjoy the famous mint julep, which combines Kentucky bourbon, simple syrup, crushed ice, and mint. Celebrity chef Paula Deen, in a recent chat with […]
2026 Kentucky Derby: Draw for post positions and initial betting odds
The journey to the Kentucky Derby is complete, and now all eyes are on Churchill Downs. The 152nd Kentucky Derby is gearing up to bring its unique mix of excitement to Louisville. With the post position draw and the unveiling of morning line odds, there’s a contagious buzz in the air. Derby week feels like […]
2026 Kentucky Derby odds and post positions: Renegade is the top contender for the Run for the Roses
The contenders for the 2026 Kentucky Derby are officially lined up, and the morning line puts No. 1 Renegade in the top spot as the favorite, boasting an impressive record of 4 wins against just 1 loss. Renegade, under the guidance of trainer Todd Pletcher, is slated to arrive at Churchill Downs on March 28. […]
Migrant from India Taken into Custody After Driver Crashed Into Multiple People in Derby
Incident in Derby City Center An Indian man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after allegedly driving his car into a pedestrian in Derby city center on Saturday night. The British city of Derby experienced a shocking scene around 9:30 PM when a black Suzuki Swift rammed into a crowd on Flyergate, injuring […]
Long Island chef Francis Derby was employed by Epstein, according to DOJ records.
A well-known chef from Long Island worked for Jeffrey Epstein as his personal cook and reportedly made multiple visits to the notorious financier’s private island, as revealed in recently made public government documents. Newly released emails from the Justice Department show that Frances Darby was employed as Epstein’s chef from May to November 2012, primarily […]
Diane Crump, the first woman to compete in the Kentucky Derby, has passed away at 77.
Diane Crump, Trailblazing Jockey, Passes Away at 77 WASHINGTON — Diane Crump, who made history as the first female professional horse racing jockey in 1969, and the first woman to compete in the Kentucky Derby just a year later, has died at 77. Her daughter, Della Payne, shared that Crump passed away Thursday night in […]
Diane Crump, the first woman to ride in the Kentucky Derby, passes away at 77
Diane Crump Passes at 77 Diane Crump, who made history as the first female jockey to compete in the Kentucky Derby, has died at the age of 77. Her daughter Della Payne shared that Crump, diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumor in October, passed away on Thursday night while in hospice care in Winchester, Virginia. […]