BloodHorse news editor Byron King presents his Derby Dozen with a review of leading contenders for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve May 3 at Churchill Downs.
Each week, members of the national media vote on the nation's top contenders on the Triple Crown trail in the National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) Top Thoroughbred Poll.
What started in late summer, continued in the fall and icy days of winter, and blossomed in the spring has come to an end. All of the preps, workouts, speculation and analysis on the Road to the Kentucky Derby are done.
NBC Sports will again provide extensive coverage of the $5 million Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve on Saturday as well as the $1.5 million Longines Kentucky Oaks, the premier race for 3-year-old fillies, the day before.
The Kentucky Derby is a lot to process: 20 horses, 150,000 fans, and more hats and mint juleps than you could ever count at iconic Churchill Downs in Louisville. Even the most seasoned fans and handicappers can be overwhelmed. If you’re feeling lost, we’re here to help you navigate the First Saturday in May.
