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Kentucky Derby 2025: Field Set and Morning-Line Favorite Journalism Leads the Pack

The 151st Run for the Roses is scheduled for Saturday, May 3, with 20 horses confirmed, high-profile contenders, and robust betting opportunities.

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Burnham Square, trained by Ian Wilkes, works out Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Churchill Downs two weeks ahead of the 2025 Kentucky Derby.
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Overview

  • The Kentucky Derby will take place at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 6:45 p.m. ET, broadcast on NBC and USA Network with streaming on Fubo and Peacock.
  • The 20-horse field is finalized, with Journalism entering as the 3-1 morning-line favorite after winning four consecutive races, including the Santa Anita Derby.
  • Sovereignty (5-1) and Sandman (6-1) are the second and third favorites, while Burnham Square and Rodriguez, both at 12-1, are notable challengers.
  • Trainer Bob Baffert returns to the Derby after a three-year suspension, with Rodriguez as his top entry, ridden by Mike Smith, who aims to become the oldest jockey to win at age 59.
  • FanDuel offers betting options in 29 states, with experts recommending strategies like exacta, trifecta, and multi-race wagers to maximize potential payouts.