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Kentucky Derby 2025 Finalized With Journalism as Favorite and Baffert's Return

The 151st Kentucky Derby, set for May 3 at Churchill Downs, features a $5 million purse, 20 horses, and Bob Baffert's comeback after a three-year suspension.

The field heads into the first turn during the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 4, 2024 in Louisville, Kentucky.
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Overview

  • Journalism, trained by Michael McCarthy and ridden by Umberto Rispoli, is the 3-1 morning-line favorite after four consecutive wins.
  • Bob Baffert returns to the Derby with two entries, Rodriguez (12-1) and Citizen Bull (20-1), following a three-year suspension linked to Medina Spirit's disqualification.
  • The race will be broadcast live on NBC, USA Network, and streamed on Peacock and Fubo, with coverage starting at 2:30 PM ET on May 3.
  • Post positions have been finalized, with all 20 three-year-old thoroughbreds ready to compete for the $1.3 million winner's share.
  • The Kentucky Derby, the first leg of the Triple Crown, will begin at 6:57 PM ET, continuing its tradition as America's longest-running annual sporting event.