The Road, presented by Gainesway and WinStar Farm, looks at the horses who are contenders to secure the early lead in this year's Kentucky Derby (G1), and, for good measure, offers thoughts on most likely winners.

John "Jack" Oxley has bred one Kentucky Derby starter and raced eight since 1995. He won the Derby as an owner in 2001 with Monarchos and will be represented this year as the breeder of Further Ado.

As an ambassador at Kentucky Horse Park. Funny Cide's impact would continue even after his six seasons of racing that saw him win two classics, the Jockey Club Gold Cup Stakes (G1) at 4, and stakes at age 6 and 7.

A Dosage analysis of Kentucky Derby (G1) starters identifies Emerging Market as the "gold standard" as judged by his aptitudinal balance of speed and stamina.

Trainer Mark Glatt may be heading toward his first Kentucky Derby (G1) but as he prepares Santa Anita Derby (G1) winner So Happy for the 1 1/4-mile classic, he has plenty of success as a foundation.

Chris Elliott is set to make his Kentucky Derby (G1) debut aboard Right to Party 22 years after his father guided Smarty Jones to the winner circle.

This article published initially by BloodHorse MarketWatch explores the influence of Mr. Prospector in the Kentucky Derby (G1) winners sired by multiple leading North American stallion Into Mischief, also the sire of three Derby starters this year.

On the April 30 episode of BloodHorse at the Derby: Corbin Blumberg discusses Fulleffort's scratch, Whit Beckman on Ocelli drawing in, Alex Smallwood and Frank Angst share Derby analysis, and mayor Craig Greenberg on the Derby's impact on Louisville.

Updates on Kentucky Derby (G1) and Kentucky Oaks (G1) runners from track media.

Owner Hans Maron, who with his wife Ana campaigns horses as Saints or Sinners, is looking forward to watching his Santa Anita Derby (G1) winner So Happy run in the Kentucky Derby (G1) May 2 at Churchill Downs.

Fulleffort scratches from the Kentucky Derby (G1) due to a chipped ankle. He makes room for Ocelli to draw in off the also-eligible list.

Complete entries for the nine stakes races run May 2 at Churchill Downs.

Foal photos of the 2026 Kentucky Derby entrants. Note that Wonder Dean, bred in Japan, and Silent Tactic, scratched on April 29, are not pictured.

Churchill Downs media notes on the Kentucky Derby (G1) and Kentucky Oaks (G1).

On the April 29 episode of BloodHorse at the Derby: Mark Casse discusses Silent Tactic's scratch, Ramiro Restrepo talks about The Puma's journey to the Derby, and Brook Smith and Sherry Stanley share the mission of the Backside Learning Center.

As the days draw near for the Kentucky Derby (G1), the clock is ticking down for another day certain to provide an exciting jolt to the Thoroughbred racing industry. The doors to a new, ultra-modern version of Belmont Park will open Sept. 18.

NBC Sports' Donna Brothers will be covering the Kentucky Derby (G1) and Kentucky Oaks (G1) for the final time.

To reach the starting gate in the $5 million Kentucky Derby (G1), a wide array of good fortune is needed.

Arkansas Derby (G1) runner-up Silent Tactic has been scratched from the May 2 Kentucky Derby (G1) with a bruised foot, allowing also-eligible Great White to enter the classic.

Processing conflicting emotions is something Dana Bernhard and her son, Ben, are currently navigating. They are looking forward to participating in their first Kentucky Derby (G1) with Albus and Incredibolt, but there is grief there as well.