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USA Today
03-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Kentucky Derby finish: Watch Sovereignty win Triple Crown race
Kentucky Derby finish: Watch Sovereignty win Triple Crown race Show Caption Hide Caption How oldest living Kentucky Derby winner spends his retirement Silver Charm, who won the 1997 Kentucky Derby and Preakness, is thriving at age 31 as he enjoys retirement at Old Friends Farm. Sports Pulse The "Riders Up" call has been given. 'My Old Kentucky Home' has been sung. And the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby is officially in the books. A little rain didn't rain on Sovereignty's parade. Sovereignty won the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby on a cloudy and rainy day at Churchill Downs on Saturday, reigning victorious at the first leg of the Triple Crown. Sovereignty, ridden by Jockey Junior Alvarado, covered the 1 1/4 mile distance in 2:02.31. Trainer Bill Mott, who entered Saturday 1 for 13 in the Derby after winning with Country House via disqualification in 2019, said "this one got there the right way." He added, "It will take a while to sink in." Sovereignty entered the 19-horse field with 9-1 odds. Journalism, the front-runner at 4-1 odds, finished in second place, while Baeza finished third. Watch Sovereignty win Triple Crown race The USA TODAY app gets you to the heart of the news — fast. Download for award-winning coverage, crosswords, audio storytelling, the eNewspaper and more.
USA Today
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Why My Old Kentucky Home is so controversial
Why My Old Kentucky Home is so controversial You'll hear My Old Kentucky Home sung at Churchill Downs as you usually do before the Kentucky Derby, but did you know that the Kentucky state song is actually controversial? You will now. The Louisville Courier-Journal broke down the Stephen Foster-penned song with the history of it, and a call for a new state song: "The song was sung frequently in minstrel shows by white men wearing blackface and has been sung at every Kentucky Derby since 1930. Now it is time to turn a collective corner and find a new state song to point us in a new direction." The Smithsonian magazine has more about Foster and the parts of the song that were actually anti-slavery, although racist language was used in the lyrics originally before it was changed: "Few of those singing along, however, may realize that the original lyrics were not a 'Dixie'-esque paean but actually a condemnation of Kentucky's enslavers who sold husbands away from their wives and mothers away from their children. As Foster wrote it, 'My Old Kentucky Home' is actually the lament of an enslaved person who has been forcibly separated from his family and his painful longing to return to the cabin with his wife and children. ... The song emphasizes the humanity and close family ties of the enslaved population at a time when African Americans were routinely dehumanized and caricatured. And then there's this from Louisville Public Media, a quote from historian Emily Bingham: 'It was written by a white man about a Black person being sold down river from Kentucky to the deep south to be sung by white men pretending to be black men on stages for white audiences,' Bingham said. Because of that complicated history, there are questions every year if the tune should be sung or if it should even be Kentucky's state song. Seems like it's time to pick a new one.
New York Post
03-05-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Kentucky Derby Day undercard picks and best bets
Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. For most people around the country, Kentucky Derby Day is all about the 'fastest two minutes in sports.' And while that's all well and good, there are plenty of terrific races on Saturday's 14-race card, which gets underway at 11 a.m. ET, with the first stakes race coming 100 minutes later with the Knicks Go at 12:38. For those wishing to make the most of their Derby Day, we'll dive into three undercard races in the hopes of turning it into a winning day even before the bugler hits us with 'My Old Kentucky Home.' Race 4, 12:38 p.m. ET This one sets up quite well for those looking to potentially start their day with a big score. There isn't a heavyweight in this 14-horse field, which should open the door for a couple of long shots to be there at the pointy end of the race. The two horses to zero in on are No. 4 Castle Chaos (20-1) and No. 12 Patriot Spirit (8-1). An outside post position should force Patriot Spirit to go from the beginning, which seems to be when he's at his best. If he isn't able to hold on, look for Castle Chaos to come charging down the stretch. We'll throw those two long shots in with No. 5 Kupuna (5-1), who projects to go off as a lukewarm favorite. Box: 4,5,12 Race 6, 1:53 p.m. ET The Pat Day Mile features a pretty top-heavy field, but there are a couple of interesting prices in this mix. The race will be headlined by No. 1 Madaket Road (2-1) for Bob Baffert, but there's plenty of company at the top of the board, including another Baffert entry, No. 6 Gaming (3-1). We'll bypass the top two favorites on the morning line and instead land on No. 2 Built (7-2), who should be able to go toe-to-toe with the Baffert runners. The long shot worth a hard look here is No. 3 California Burrito (12-1), who isn't getting much love because he hasn't run over the dirt much recently. There are 14 races scheduled for Kentucky Derby Day. Getty Images We'll take that as a blessing, as it'll drive up the price on a horse that posted decent results and speed figures over the dirt at the end of 2024. Box: 2,3 Race 8, 3:24 p.m. ET This race will be all about the return of No. 10 Nysos (4-1), who will likely go off as the favorite despite being on the sidelines for over a year. That's how impressive this Baffert-trained colt was in his three career starts, which were all wins by a combined margin of 26 ¼ furlongs. Nysos could just be better than everyone in this field, but he will go off at a short price, and that's uninteresting after such a long layoff. Money should pour in on Nysos, which should give bettors a great opportunity to get a discount on a couple of contenders. I landed on No. 3 Book 'Em Danno (8-1) and No. 4 Giant Mischief (8-1) to add some juice to the ticket with No. 7 Mindframe (3-1), who should go off as the third-favorite behind Nysos and Mullikin. Box: 3,4,6 Why Trust New York Post Betting Michael Leboff is a long-suffering Islanders fan, but a long-profiting sports bettor with 10 years of experience in the gambling industry. He loves using game theory to help punters win bracket pools, find long shots, and learn how to beat the market in mainstream and niche sports.
Black America Web
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Black America Web
How Long Does The Kentucky Derby Last?
Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE Source: Michael Reaves / Getty When it comes to iconic sporting events, few can rival the Kentucky Derby. Yet, for all the grandeur and fanfare, the actual race itself is surprisingly fleeting. Covering just 1 ¼ miles (or 10 furlongs), the Derby typically lasts around two minutes. Dubbed 'The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports,' this brief dash has captivated audiences for over a century and a half. The anticipation builds all year, but the race is over in the blink of an eye. With thoroughbreds charging down the track at blistering speeds, the Kentucky Derby's actual run time rarely exceeds two minutes. Only two legendary horses, Secretariat in 1973 and Monarchos in 2001, have managed to complete the course in under two minutes, solidifying their places in racing history. What the Kentucky Derby lacks in duration, it more than makes up for in suspense and tradition. From the singing of 'My Old Kentucky Home' to the sartorial splendor of Derby hats, the event is brimming with ceremonies that stretch the excitement beyond the short span of the race. Adding to the frenzy is the world of betting. The Derby is a bettor's paradise, with millions of dollars at stake on everything from outright winners to trifectas and longshot picks. This high-stakes environment fuels the palpable energy leading up to the big event. The Kentucky Derby may end quickly, but its impact lingers. From dramatic finishes to heartwarming underdog stories, this race manages to deliver unforgettable memories in the span of 120 seconds. SEE ALSO How Long Does The Kentucky Derby Last? was originally published on
Chicago Tribune
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Kentucky Derby: How to watch, the favorites and what to expect in the 151st running of the race
The first Saturday in May means it's time for the 151st Kentucky Derby, America's longest continuously held sporting event. Twenty horses stampeding 1 1/4 miles around Churchill Downs in Louisville isn't just a race. It's 150,000 fans jammed under the Twin Spires for a fashion show mixed with an all-day party that is heavy on traditions like mint juleps, singing 'My Old Kentucky Home' and a garland of red roses draped on the winner. When is the Derby post time? 5:57 p.m. Central on Saturday. What's the forecast? Saturday's forecast is for a high around 68 degrees (20 Celsius) with sunny skies. How to watch Friday: Coverage runs from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on USA Network and streaming on Peacock. The highlight is the 151st Kentucky Oaks for fillies with a post time of 4:51 p.m. Saturday: Derby Day coverage begins at 11 a.m. on USA Network and streaming on Peacock. NBC and Peacock have coverage from 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Telemundo Deportes begins at 5:30 p.m. on Universo and streaming on the Telemundo app. All races at Churchill Downs except the Derby will be shown on FanDuel TV. What to watch A pre-race tradition is the walkover, when the horses are led from the stables to the paddock where they are saddled for the race. Some are cool and calm, others get fractious and sweaty. They walk on the track along the rail with fans yelling all the way. The riders emerge from the jockeys' room and walk to the paddock to meet their mounts. Besides the sleek thoroughbreds, check out the crowd decked out in hats and fascinators, floral-print dresses and seersucker suits that make the Derby the world's most fashionable sporting event. Who are the favorites? Journalism was the 3-1 morning-line favorite. The Southern California-based colt is trained by Michael McCarthy and ridden by Umberto Rispoli. Journalism will break from the No. 8 post, which has had nine winners, the last being Mage in 2023. He has won four races in a row. The morning-line favorite has won 18 times, the last was Justify in 2018. Sovereignty was the early second choice at 5-1. The Florida Derby winner is trained by Hall of Famer Bill Mott and ridden by Junior Alvarado. He drew the No. 18 post, putting him outside most of the 20-horse field. Third choice on the morning line was Sandman at 6-1 odds. The Arkansas Derby winner is trained by Mark Casse and ridden by Jose Ortiz. He will break from post 17, which has never produced a winner. Keep an eye on Six-time Derby winner Bob Baffert is back after serving a three-year suspension by Churchill Downs. He has 12-1 shot Rodriguez, who won the Wood Memorial with a front-running style, and is ridden by two-time Derby winner Mike Smith. Baffert's other horse is 20-1 long shot Citizen Bull, last year's 2-year-old champion. He drew the dreaded No. 1 post with Martin Garcia aboard. No horse has won from the inside post since 1986. Hall of Famer trainer D. Wayne Lukas saddles his 51st Derby starter — second-most ever — with 30-1 shot American Promise. He has four Derby victories and at 89, he would be the oldest trainer to win. The colt drew the No. 5 post, which has had the most Derby winners with 10. Fun fact While some of the owners, trainers and jockeys are the same from year to year, the horses never are. The Derby is for male and female 3-year-olds only, meaning a horse is eligible just once in its career. Only three fillies have won, the last was in 1988. Celebrity connections The late country singer Toby Keith's Dream Walkin Farms is a part-owner of 30-1 shot Render Judgment. Former Philadelphia Phillies star Jayson Werth, whose stable is Two Eight Racing in a nod to his old jersey number, is a co-owner of Flying Mohawk, also at 30-1. Grammy-nominated singer Grace Potter performs the national anthem on Derby Day. Seven-time Olympic champion gymnast Simone Biles — the wife of Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens — gives the 'Riders' up!' call, signaling the jockeys to climb aboard. What does the winner get? For the second straight year, the Derby total purse is $5 million, with the winning owner earning $1.3 million and a gold trophy. Second place is worth $1 million, with payouts down to fifth place. The winning horse's breeding rights are likely to soar. The winning jockey typically receives 10% of the purse and a smaller trophy.
