As the Kentucky Derby approaches, a lack of a clear favorite has emerged following surprising losses in the recent Florida and Arkansas Derbies. Most horses faced the challenge of racing the 1 1/8 miles distance for the first time, heightening uncertainty about their performance. Past records show that recent wins don't ensure Derby success, indicated by the 2017 victory of Always Dreaming. Leading up to the final qualification, horses from the U.S. have 17 spots available. Significant races this weekend like the Santa Anita Derby will showcase contenders that may impact the final Derby outcome.
As racing heads to its final big week of qualifying for the Kentucky Derby, there is no overwhelming favorite to win the most famous horse race in the world.
Saturday saw the favorites in the Florida Derby and Arkansas Derby lose, leaving the field open for surprise contenders as qualification approaches.
U.S. horses are competing for 17 of the 20 spots in the Derby, with remaining spots available for international contenders if not filled.
Highlighting this weekend will be the Santa Anita Derby, where Journalism looks to achieve his fourth win in a row, adding to an unpredictable Derby landscape.
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