EXPERT RACING TIPS: KENTUCKY DERBY DAY
KENTUCKY DERBY DAY PREVIEW AND TIPS
Rail True
Turf- Yielding (soft 6)
Dirt-Sloppy
RACE 5 | SELECTIONS
3. COPPOLA
8. MISCHIEF MAGIC
1. CANDY MAN ROCKET
4. MOTORIUS
Betting Strategy
BACK (WIN) #3 COPPOLA 2.5 Units
Most of this field has a series of question marks over soft ground. Coppola should be the one to benefit from the kind draw before the track gets too churned up.
RACE 7 | SELECTIONS
3. CHILI FLAG
1. AG BULLET
6. DELAHAYE
5. CAIRO CONSORT
Betting Strategy
BACK (WIN) #3 Chili Flag for 2.5 units
This looks a tricky assignment for Coppice on US debut. I don’t think that draw suits her and she looked better suited to straight racing in the UK. Taking her on with 3, 1, 6.
CHILI FLAG looked a shade stretched over slightly further and the mile is ideal, as is the barrier and the rain. Winning hope.
BACK (WIN) #6 Delahaye 1 unit
This looks a tricky assignment for Coppice on US debut. I don’t think that draw suits her and she looked better suited to straight racing in the UK. Taking her on with 3, 1, 6.
CHILI FLAG looked a shade stretched over slightly further and the mile is ideal, as is the barrier and the rain. Winning hope.
BACK (WIN) #1 Ag Bullet 1 unit
This looks a tricky assignment for Coppice on US debut. I don’t think that draw suits her and she looked better suited to straight racing in the UK. Taking her on with 3, 1, 6.
CHILI FLAG looked a shade stretched over slightly further and the mile is ideal, as is the barrier and the rain. Winning hope.
RACE 11 | SELECTIONS
11. NAVAL POWER
5. PROGRAM TRADING
6. IM VERY BUSY
4. FAR BRIDGE
Betting Strategy
Back (WIN) #11 NAVAL POWER 3.5 units
By the time this race rolls around they should be rattling down the middle of the track. This plays into the hands of NAVAL POWER who should be winning this with a turn of foot from the wide draw. He was given a bum steer last time from stall 2, so I don’t see a repeat of that happening.
RACE 12 | SELECTIONS
1. DORNOCH
2. SIERRA LEONE
10. T O PASSWORD
18. STRONGHOLD
Betting Strategy
BACK (WIN) #1 Doornoch for 1 Unit
DORNOCH is a much better horse than his last run shows and with the prospect of leading from gate one in a big field with extreme kickback due to the mud, there’s the possibility he could slip the field if he breaks cleanly. Great shout at a big price.
BACK (PLACE) #1 Doornoch for 1 Unit
DORNOCH is a much better horse than his last run shows and with the prospect of leading from gate one in a big field with extreme kickback due to the mud, there’s the possibility he could slip the field if he breaks cleanly. Great shout at a big price.
BACK (WIN) #10 T O Password for 0.5 units
T O PASSWORD is a maniacal Japanese front runner and if he can find the front there is no way of knowing what he is capable of.
LAY (PLACE) #17 Fierceness for 5 units
I think FIERCENESS as a frontrunning type is going to have a hard time crossing from the hot dog stand. There is blistering early pace on and he could be planted badly.
BACK (WIN) #2 Sierra Leone for 1 unit
SIERRA LEONE is the class of the race but I just can’t warm up to it knowing it’s going to have to eat a banquet of mud in behind a massive field. One to back in the run at a bigger price unless sitting OSL somehow.
Back SIERRA LEONE 1u BSP
Back SIERRA LEONE 1u in-play $8
KENTUCKY DERBY TIPS AND PREDICTIONS
Event Details
The Kentucky Derby, dubbed “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports,” is an annual horse race held in Louisville, Kentucky, United States. It takes place on the first Saturday in May each year, kicking off the Triple Crown series.
Racecourse Layout
Hosted at Churchill Downs, the Kentucky Derby track spans 1.25 miles, featuring a dirt oval. Its iconic twin spires are synonymous with the event, offering a picturesque backdrop to the intense competition.
History
Dating back to 1875, the Kentucky Derby has a rich heritage, blending sporting excellence with cultural significance. From its humble beginnings to becoming a global spectacle, the race has woven itself into the fabric of American sporting history.
Recent Winners
Recent editions of the Kentucky Derby have seen a mix of favorites and underdogs claiming victory. With ever-shifting odds, predicting the winner requires a keen understanding of horse racing dynamics. Past champions like Authentic and Country House have left their mark on this prestigious event.
For those seeking Kentucky Derby tips and Kentucky Derby odds, thorough research is key. Understanding each horse’s form, jockey performance, and track conditions can inform strategic betting decisions. Whether you’re a seasoned punter or a newcomer to horse racing, the Kentucky Derby offers an exhilarating experience and the chance to witness history in the making.
