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2026 Revel at the Races Sets Its Own Tempo

Before the Kentucky Derby captivated Churchill Downs, Louisville’s biggest party was already underway the night before.

Sports Illustrated

Golden Tempo’s Preakness Decision Proves the Triple Crown Is Failing Its Stars

Skipping the Preakness isn’t an outlier anymore and is the clearest sign the sport’s five-week gauntlet no longer works.

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Why Kentucky Derby Winner Golden Tempo Isn't Racing in the Preakness Stakes

Trainer Cherie DeVaux made the announcement on Wednesday.

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Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo is not running in the Preakness

Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo will not run in the Preakness Stakes next weekend

The Independent UK

How Golden Tempo winning the Kentucky Derby made history

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Meet Puerto Rican Jockey José L. Ortiz: He Won The 2026 Kentucky Derby, But His Paycheck May Surprise You

José L. Ortiz won the 2026 Kentucky Derby and turned the most famous two minutes in American horse racing into a Puerto Rican family story.

Latin Times

Anna Nicole Smith's Daughter Stuns at the Kentucky Derby: 5 Photos That Show Her Striking Resemblance to Her Mom

Dannielynn Birkhead, daughter of Anna Nicole Smith, captivated the 2026 Kentucky Derby with her striking resemblance to her mother, sparking nostalgia and media buzz.

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José Ortiz & Golden Tempo Kentucky Derby Win: Prize Money, Payouts, and Why It Made History

José Ortiz rides Golden Tempo to Kentucky Derby victory, with prize money, payouts, and historic milestones drawing global attention

International Business Times UK

5 Photos of Jockey Jose Ortiz and Golden Tempo's Surprise Derby Win While Trainer Cherie DeVaux Makes History

Jockey Jose Ortiz achieved a historic victory at the 152nd Kentucky Derby, guiding underdog Golden Tempo from last to first, marking his first Derby win and a $3.1M payout.

International Business Times UK

From Last to Legend: Inside Golden Tempo’s Unlikely Kentucky Derby Triumph

The “lazy” horse stormed from the back in a chaotic stretch run, delivering trainer Cherie DeVaux a historic win and jockey José Ortiz familial bragging rights.

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Forget About Horses—These Two Empowering Women Ruled the Kentucky Derby in Golden Tempo’s Historic Win

What a day it was for Cherie DeVaux and Donna Brothers at Churchill Downs.

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Cherie DeVaux makes history and becomes first female trainer of a Kentucky Derby winner

Golden Tempo was being ridden by Jose Ortiz

The Independent UK

Kentucky Derby Horse Great White Late Scratch From Race After Frightening Moment Before the Start

Thankfully the horse and jockey were not injured.

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Kentucky Derby 2026: Bill Belichick and the Best-Dressed Celebrities at Churchill Downs

Here were some of the biggest sports stars and celebrities seen attending the Kentucky Derby this year.

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How to watch Kentucky Derby 2026: live stream horse racing online from anywhere

All the ways to watch Kentucky Derby 2026 live streams online and from anywhere, with Renegade the favorite for 152nd edition of the Run for the Roses.

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152nd Kentucky Derby: Golden Tempo Wins in Thrilling Finish

What a finish.

The Independent UK

Kentucky Derby sees wide-open possibilities after crowd favorite scratched from race

The 152nd Kentucky Derby is considered exceptionally wide open, with no clear favorite among the twenty horses, a sentiment echoed by veteran racecaller Larry Collmus.

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Kentucky Derby 2026: Answering Every Stupid Question You Might Have About Horse Racing

Here’s the inside track on what first-time viewers should know about the sport.

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How to Bet $100 at the 2026 Kentucky Derby

Want to know how to get the best bang for your buck for Saturday’s big race? Pat Forde has you covered.

The Independent UK

Wide-open Kentucky Derby leaves experts struggling to pick favorite

At least a half-dozen horses possess a legitimate chance to win the 152nd running

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Meet the Promiscuous Stud Building a Kentucky Derby Legacy

No horse can match the impact of Into Mischief, a 21-year-old stallion with three Derby-winning offspring and three more competing Saturday.

The Independent UK

Donna Brothers steps away from NBC’s Kentucky Derby coverage after 26 races

Donna Brothers has been a key figure in NBC’s Kentucky Derby coverage since 2001

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Kentucky Derby Payouts: Full Prize Purse for Winners and Participants in 2026

How much cash is at play in this year's race?

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Every Horse Competing in the 2026 Kentucky Derby: What to Know

Kentucky Derby weekend has arrived. Here are all the horses in this year’s race.

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Kentucky Derby 2026: How Much Is a Ticket Inside Churchill Downs?

Don't forget to budget money for mint julep, too.

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