The Kentucky Derby is a day away. Friday welcomes the Kentucky Oaks and a wealth of festivities. We have you covered on latest news, odds and updates: ...

Pre-planning and creativity are key to hosting a successful Kentucky Derby party that is fun for both guests and the host. The mint julep is the official drink of the Derby, and a self-serve bar ...

Renegade drew the No. 1 post position and was the 4-1 morning-line favorite for the 152nd Kentucky Derby, but has gained ...

How many horses race in the Kentucky Derby today? The Kentucky Derby has up to 20 horses lined up for the race each year. Scratches so far have the field currently sitting at 18 horses for 2026. Find ...

Editor's note: Follow USA TODAY's live May 1 coverage of the 2026 Kentucky Derby here. Right to Party, who had drawn the coveted No. 5 gate for the 152nd Kentucky Derby, has been scratched from the ...

Right to Party is the latest horse scratched from the Kentucky Derby after veterinarians detected right front lameness. Here are all the scratches.

Every year, hardcore horse racing fans, serious gamblers and partygoers who aren't aware that horses are even running descend upon Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., for the Kentucky Derby, also ...

The 2026 Kentucky Derby post time on Saturday at Churchill Downs is 6:57 p.m. ET and the rise of online racebooks means that you don't have to be at the track or OTB to participate in Kentucky Derby ...

The Puma (7-1) has scratched the morning of the 2026 Kentucky Derby because of swelling in his leg due to a skin infection.

How to bet the Kentucky Derby has never been easier or more exciting thanks to legal online platforms that bring the thrill of the Run for the Roses directly to your screen. The Kentucky Derby, ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Todd Pletcher, trainer of Kentucky Derby favorite Renegade, was on a plane to Louisville when he learned his colt drew the dreaded No. 1 starting post. “I reached for the air ...

The 2026 Kentucky Derby runs on Saturday, May 2, and there’s no better place to bet the Run for the Roses than TwinSpires - the official wagering platform of Churchill Downs. As the home of the Derby, ...