Showing posts with label 151st Kentucky Derby. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 151st Kentucky Derby. Show all posts

Monday, April 28, 2025

151st Kentucky Derby Preview – Handicappers Hideaway

 


 

 

 The 151st Kentucky Derby is set for Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. This iconic race marks the first leg of the Triple Crown and boasts a record $5 million purse. Post time is scheduled for 6:57 p.m. ET, with live coverage on NBC, Peacock, and NBCSports.com.

151st Kentucky Derby Preview – Handicappers Hideaway

151st Kentucky Derby Post Positions: Historical Analysis And Impact – Handicappers Hideaway

 


 

 The Kentucky Derby is often called “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports.” It is the first jewel of horse racing’s Triple Crown. The race is held annually at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. It takes place on the first Saturday in May. The race covers 1¼ miles (10 furlongs). It features the best three-year-old Thoroughbreds in the world. One critical factor that can significantly influence a horse’s performance is its post position. This is the starting gate from which the horse will begin the race.

151st Kentucky Derby Post Positions: Historical Analysis And Impact – Handicappers Hideaway