BET THE KENTUCKY DERBY

BETTING THE KENTUCKY DERBY 101

How do I bet the Kentucky Derby?

You can bet the Derby on NYRA Bets! Look for Churchill Downs in Today's Racing menu on race day, Saturday, May 3. You can also bet Kentucky Derby Advance Wagers starting Tuesday of Derby Week!

How do I watch the Kentucky Derby?

You can stream the races live and watch replays on NYRA Bets.

History of the Kentucky Derby

The Kentucky Derby is a Grade I stakes race for three-year-old Thoroughbred horses, held annually on the First Saturday in May in Louisville, Kentucky at Churchill Downs. The race is known as "The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports" due to its running time, and it is the first leg of the American Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing. It is also one of the most popular horse races in the world and attracts millions of viewers each year.

The Kentucky Derby was first run in 1875 and has since become a cultural icon in the United States. The race is steeped in history and tradition, with iconic elements such as the singing of "My Old Kentucky Home," the garland of roses presented to the winning horse, and the elaborate fashion worn by spectators.

The Kentucky Derby & You

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The most famous race in horse racing will take place on the first Saturday in May at Churchill Downs. NYRA Bets expert handicapper Matthew DeSantis gives you some basic information while also providing deeper analysis to get you ready for the Run for the Roses.

Who runs in the Kentucky Derby? The race is limited to only three-year-old horses, so horses only have one chance in their career to win the race.

How many horses run in the Kentucky Derby? The maximum field size is 20.

How do horses qualify for the Kentucky Derby? Starting in September of the previous year, prep races are held at tracks across the country (and across the world) where horses can accumulate points based upon their quality of finish. Races are worth from 11 to 200 points depending on a variety of factors. Horses typically must accumulate around 50 points to ensure their inclusion in the Top 20 for the Kentucky Derby starting gate.