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Yahoo
a day ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Belmont Stakes: Rain Clearing Out Of Northeast In Time For Race, But Muddy Track Conditions Could Remain
After a morning of rain and stormy skies, conditions will improve for Saratoga Springs, New York, ahead of the Belmont Stakes horse race Saturday evening. But while the skies may be dry, the track may not be. A weather station in Saratoga Springs recorded nearly 1.5 inches of rain since midnight at noon ahead of the race, which could contribute to muddy track conditions. While Saratoga Springs was not under any significant weather alerts on Saturday, there was a flash flood warning nearby in Albany, NY. The race day schedule has already been altered, with two races being moved off the turf to the main track. (MORE: How Weather Can Affect Horses At The Kentucky Derby) Glimpses of sunshine will become more frequent as the day progresses with temperatures warming into the low 70s by post time at 7:04 pm. (15-min details: For even more granular weather data tracking in your area, view your 15-minute details forecast in our Premium Pro experience.) Sara Tonks is a content meteorologist with and has a bachelor's and a master's degree from Georgia Tech in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences along with a master's degree from Unity Environmental University in Marine Science.
Hindustan Times
03-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Kentucky Derby 2025: Date, time and how to watch the 151st race
The Kentucky Derby 2025 is set to unfold at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, promising another thrilling chapter in the storied history of the "Run for the Roses." Last year, Mystik Dan pulled off an impressive victory at 18-1 odds, but the question on everyone's mind is whether this year's race will witness an even bigger shock, akin to the stunning 80-1 upset by Rich Strike in 2022. Also Read: Kentucky Derby 2025: How much do jockeys actually earn? Prize money, payout and more The Kentucky Derby 2025 is scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025 2:30 p.m. ET. As the excitement builds throughout the day, all eyes will be on the track for the main event, with the post time for the Kentucky Derby set for 6:57 p.m. ET. Fans and bettors alike will be eagerly awaiting the moment when the gates open and the race to the roses begins. While the race is organised at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, the viewers will be able to watch it from the comforts of their homes as well. will be broadcast live on NBC, bringing all the action to viewers at home. For those looking to stream the race, coverage will be available on Peacock, and the NBC Sports app, ensuring fans can catch every thrilling moment of the race, no matter where they are, as reported by NBC News. Also Read: Devin Haney's hilarious reaction to Ryan Garcia's loss vs Rolly Romero goes viral | Watch The Kentucky Derby 2025 will feature a field of 20 talented 3-year-old horses, each vying for the coveted title of Derby champion. These elite thoroughbreds will race over a distance of 1¼ miles, navigating the challenging track at Churchill Downs in Louisville. With a total purse of $5 million on the line, the stakes couldn't be higher, as jockeys and trainers aim for glory in one of the most prestigious horse races in the world. The race will showcase not only speed and stamina but also the skill and strategy of the horses and their teams, making for an exhilarating spectacle.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Kentucky Derby 2025: Horses and riders, start time and how to watch
The 151st Kentucky Derby is about to start as horses, jockeys, and spectators prepare for the big day. Every year on the first Saturday of May at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, three-year-old thoroughbreds run the one and a quarter-mile track in the famous race. It's the most-watched and best-attended of the American 'Triple Crown' events. The 2024 race was won by Mystik Dan, ridden by Brian Hernandez Jr. for trainer Kenneth McPeek. The purse for this year's derby is $5 million. In horse racing, 60 percent of the money typically goes to the horse and jockey that place first, with the percentage decreasing based on their respective placements. The typical prize split for the winning horse is 80 percent going to the horse's owners, 10 percent to the trainer, and 10 percent to the jockey. This year's favored horse to win is Journalism, with 7-2 odds as of Friday afternoon. But you never know, and viewers can tune in on Saturday to see if any other competitors come out on top. How to watch The Kentucky Derby can be viewed on NBC on Saturday, May 3. Viewers can also stream the races on Peacock, or the NBC Sports app. The live coverage will begin at 2:30 p.m. ET. Post time for the derby is 6:57 p.m. ET. Runners and Riders Numbers 4 (Rodriguez) and 10 (Grande) were scratched prior to the race 1. Citizen Bull (Trainer: Bob Baffert, Jockey: Martin Garcia) 2. Neoequos(Trainer: Saffie Joseph Jr., Jockey: Luis Saez) 3. Final Gambit (Trainer: Brad H. Cox, Jockey:Luan Machado.) 5. American Promise (Trainer: D. Wayne Lukas, Jockey: Nik Juarez) 6. Admire Daytona (Trainer: Yukihiro Kato, Jockey: Christophe Lemaire ) 7. Luxor Cafe (Trainer: Noriyuki Hori, Jockey: Joao Moreira) 8. Journalism (Trainer: Mike McCarthy, Jockey: Umberto Rispoli) 9. Burnham Square (Trainer: Ian R. Wilkes, Jockey: Brian T. Hernandez Jr.) 11. Flying Mohawk (Trainer: D. Whitworth Beckman, Jockey: Joseph D. Ramos ) 12. East Avenue (Trainer: Brendan P. Walsh, Jockey: Luan Machado) 13. Publisher (Trainer: Steven M. Asmussen, Jockey: Irad Ortiz Jr) 14. Tiztastic (Trainer: Steven M. Asmussen, Jockey: Joel Rosario) 15. Render Judgement (Trainer: Kenneth G. McPeek, Jockey: Julien Leparoux) 16. Coal Battle (Trainer: Lonnie Briley, Jockey: Juan P. Vargas) 17. Sandman (Trainer: Mark Casse, Jockey: Jose L. Ortiz) 18. Sovereignty (Trainer: William I. Mott, Jockey: Manuel Franco) 19. Chunk of Gold (Trainer: Ethan W. West, Jockey: Jareth Loveberry) 20. Owen Almighty (Trainer: Brian Lynch, Jockey: Javier Castellano) 21. Baeza (Trainer: John Shirreffs, Jockey: Flavien Prat)
Indianapolis Star
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Indianapolis Star
Save this downloadable Kentucky Derby betting guide before you go to Churchill Downs
While The Kentucky Derby weather might be hard to predict this week, you don't need a crystal ball to tell you that cell phone service might be shoddy on the infield or grandstand at Churchill Downs. So we've created this handy — and downloadable — guide to make placing bets at the 151st Run for the Roses as smooth as a mint julep. Grab this before you head to Churchill Downs and you'll have horse stats, jockey names and silk designs on hand at all times. Happy Derby! . Kentucky Derby 2025 pre-race reading Which horses will run in the 2025 Kentucky Derby? Contenders, favorites and post positions Best post position for Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs? See where winners have come from Your Kentucky Derby pick is likely wrong. Why each horse can, can't win Run for the Roses Churchill Downs closes its sportsbook. Can you still place a bet on the Kentucky Derby? Kentucky Derby 2025 betting guide: Everything to know about placing an online bet Kentucky Derby 2025 betting tips: How to read a racing form Grace Potter to perform national anthem at the 2025 Kentucky Derby. Here's what to know Simone Biles, Livvy Dunne will command 'Riders Up' for 2025 Kentucky Derby, Oaks Fascinators to blazers: The ultimate guide to Kentucky Derby outfits for 2025 Here's what you can eat and drink at Churchill Downs during 2025 Kentucky Derby Week Gambling involves risk. Please only gamble with funds that you can comfortably afford to lose. While we do our utmost to offer good advice and information we cannot be held responsible for any loss that may be incurred as a result of gambling. We do our best to make sure all the information that we provide on this site is correct. However, from time to time mistakes will be made and we will not be held liable. Please check any stats or information if you are unsure how accurate they are. No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain. All forms of betting carry financial risk and it is up to the individual to make bets with or without the assistance of information provided on this site and we cannot be held responsible for any loss that may be incurred as a result of following the betting tips provided on this site. Past performances do not guarantee success in the future and betting odds fluctuate from one minute to the next. The material contained on this site is intended to inform, entertain and educate the reader and in no way represents an inducement to gamble legally or illegally or any sort of professional advice. Gannett may earn revenue from sports betting operators for audience referrals to betting services. Sports betting operators have no influence over nor are any such revenues in any way dependent on or linked to the newsrooms or news coverage. Terms apply, see operator site for Terms and Conditions. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available. Call the National Council on Problem Gambling 24/7 at 1-800-GAMBLER (NJ, OH), 1-800-522-4700 (CO), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN). Must be 21 or older to gamble. Sports betting and gambling are not legal in all locations. Be sure to comply with laws applicable where you reside. It is your sole responsibility to act in accordance with your local laws.
USA Today
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Every 2025 Kentucky Oaks horse name, ranked
Every 2025 Kentucky Oaks horse name, ranked The Kentucky Derby isn't the only big-name race at Churchill Downs in 2025. That's right, it's time for the Kentucky Oaks, with a bunch of fillies competing to win on Friday. And as we do for the Derby contenders, we're ranking the best names of the horses in case you're a casual bettor who just wants to put your money on. We did this last year. What's my criteria? As it is with the Kentucky Derby horses, it's a combination of how original it is, the prestige and whether it sounds like the kind of name that shows how tough a thoroughbred can be while facing its peers. We ranked all 14 of the contenders' monikers from worst to first. Let's dive in: 14. Quietside I wish it was louder. 13. Bless the Broken I appreciate the sentiment but I would like for this horse not to be associated with breaking. 12. Simply Joking Very Serious would be a better name. 11. La Cara Meaning "the face." But horses don't win with their faces! 10. Early On Feels like this one will fade late. 9. Quickick Not a bad name, but feels like a typo. Shouldn't it be Quickkick? 8. Anna's Promise We've reached the "not a bad name but there's better out there" tier. 7. Drexel Hill Same here. 6. Good Cheer We're getting closer to the really good names. 5. Ballerina d'Oro Rolls off the tongue, and anything associated with gold is good. 4. Fondly Feels like a good horse name. I always like the ones that sound amazing when it's "AND DOWN THE STRETCH THEY COME WITH FONDLY TAKING CHARGE!" 3. Take Charge Milady Maybe a bit to whimsical but whatever, this one's fun to say out loud. 2. Tenma I've seen this one as a horse from heaven or a demon. Either way, that works. 1. Five G As in, that's what I'll win if I bet on this horse. Perfect.
