151st Running of the Kentucky Derby
The 151st running of the Kentucky Derby offers a $5 million purse with $3.1 million going to the winner. Likely betting choice is Journalism, with Luxor Café as a potential upset contender. Other main contenders include Baeza, Sovereignty, Admire Daytona, Final Gambit, and Grande. Additional horses in the field and information on the event are provided.
Key Points
- Journalism favored due to record and running speed
- Luxor Café with strong pedigree and international success
- Baeza's potential historic entry
- Sovereignty's demonstrated kick ability
- Various other contenders with unique strengths
Pros
- High stakes with $5 million purse
- Journalism as a strong favorite
- Potential for Luxor Café to upset
- Well-analyzed race with detailed insights on contenders
Cons
- High competition with multiple strong contenders
- Uncertainty in horse racing outcomes