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Rebel Stakes Winner Confidence Game’s Kentucky Derby Bid a ‘Celebration’

When trainer Keith Desormeaux arrived at Churchill Downs in 2016 to prepare Exaggerator, his first starter in the Kentucky Derby, he admits he was on edge around his barn, unaccustomed to a stable area drawing so much activity from media and observers.

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NBC Sports Analyst Randy Moss Evaluates the 2023 Kentucky Derby Field

NBC Sports will provide extensive coverage of the 149th Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve. The broadcast will run from noon to 7:30 p.m. ET Saturday, May 6 on NBC.

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Meet the Jockeys for the 2023 Kentucky Derby

Ask a hundred jockeys what their ultimate goal is in horse racing and, almost without exception, they’ll tell you it’s to ride in (and win) the Kentucky Derby. For those who’ve previously made the Derby starting gate on the first Saturday in May, they describe a feeling unlike any other.

In this year’s race, which will be held on Saturday, May 6, all 18 riders — one aboard each horse that has earned a coveted spot in the Derby — have the chance to leave their mark on racing history.

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Which 2023 Kentucky Derby Runners Would Benefit from a Wet Track?

There is always one major mystery surrounding the Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve: How will the 3-year-olds handle the demanding 1 ¼-mile distance? In three of the last six runnings, there was also a second major concern: How will the runners handle a wet track?

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Get to Know ‘A Stake in Stardom’ Kentucky Derby Contender Jace’s Road

Almost every casual sports fan knows about the Kentucky Derby and most can probably also remember that it is held annually on the first Saturday in May, but beyond that it’s always nice stumble across a yearly refresher. For that, we have a handy Beginner’s Guide to the Kentucky Derby, but today let’s narrow the focus a bit.

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