The 152nd Kentucky Derby is slated for Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Churchill Downs, featuring a field adjusted by several scratches. The event, billed as "the greatest 2 minutes in sports," will broadcast on NBC and USA Network, with streaming available on Peacock. Leading the pack, Renegade holds the favorite's position with 5-1 odds, despite drawing the rail post. Close on its heels are So Happy at 6-1 and Commandment and Further Ado, both at 7-1.
Horse Lineup and Betting Odds
The initial field has seen notable withdrawals: Right to Party, Silent Tactic (due to a bruised foot), and Fulleffort (with a bone chip) have been scratched. These departures have paved the way for Great White and Ocelli to enter the race.
| Post Position | Horse Name | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Renegade | 5-1 |
| 2 | Albus | 50-1 |
| 3 | Intrepido | 55-1 |
| 4 | Litmus Test | 34-1 |
| 5 | Right to Party | SCRATCHED |
| 6 | Commandment | 7-1 |
| 7 | Danon Bourbon | 14-1 |
| 8 | So Happy | 6-1 |
| 9 | The Puma | SCRATCHED |
| 10 | Wonder Dean | 20-1 |
| 11 | Incredibolt | 27-1 |
| 12 | Chief Wallabee | 9-1 |
| 13 | Silent Tactic | SCRATCHED |
| 14 | Potente | 23-1 |
| 15 | Emerging Market | 11-1 |
| 16 | Pavlovian | 52-1 |
| 17 | Six Speed | 40-1 |
| 18 | Further Ado | 7-1 |
| 19 | Golden Tempo | 36-1 |
| 20 | Fulleffort | SCRATCHED |
| 21 | Great White | 29-1 |
| 22 | Ocelli | 50-1 |
| 23 | Robusta | 50-1 |
| 24 | Corona De Oro | 50-1 |
Commandment has garnered significant attention, with four out of seven handicappers at the official Kentucky Derby website ranking it as the No. 1 horse. Betting odds fluctuate, but as of Friday morning, Renegade's 5-1 was a slim favorite.
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Kentucky Oaks Results
The preceding day saw the running of the 152nd Kentucky Oaks. Always a Runner, starting at 5-1 odds, claimed victory. Other notable finishers included Counting Stars (6-1), Prom Queen (6-1), and Percy's Bar (5-1). Payouts for the Oaks included an Exacta of 9/5 for $97.58 and a Trifecta of 9/5/4 for $193.87.
Event Details
The race day programming begins on Saturday at noon ET with streaming on Peacock, followed by NBC's broadcast at 2:30 p.m. ET. The Churchill Downs app offers further information on contenders, wagering, and race history. The event is held annually at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.
