Horses and latest odds for Churchill Downs run
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Key Points:
- The 152nd Kentucky Derby will take place on May 2, 2026, at Churchill Downs, featuring traditional festivities like "My Old Kentucky Home," extravagant hats, and Mint Juleps.
- Renegade is the odds-on favorite, starting from the No. 1 post position, which historically has been challenging with no winner since 1986.
- Two horses, Silent Tactic and Fulleffort, have withdrawn due to injuries—a foot bruise and an ankle chip, respectively—with Fulleffort expected to recover after surgery.
- The race will be broadcast on NBC and USA Network, with streaming available on Peacock, running from 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ET.
- Trainers, jockeys, and owners are making final preparations to ensure their horses are in peak condition for the race under the iconic Twin Spires at Churchill Downs.
