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<item><title><![CDATA[How to bet on the Kentucky Derby: Learn ways to beat the bookies at Churchill Downs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking to bet on the Kentucky Derby but don't know where to start? Read this guide for all the information you need.]]></description><link>https://whop.com/blog/bet-on-the-kentucky-derby/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6790b6ed595bcb0001cc1fc6</guid><category><![CDATA[Sports]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Monkhouse]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2025 11:03:18 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://whop.com/blog/content/images/2025/01/how-to-bet-on-the-kentucky-derby-copy.webp" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://whop.com/blog/content/images/2025/01/how-to-bet-on-the-kentucky-derby-copy.webp" alt="How to bet on the Kentucky Derby: Learn ways to beat the bookies at Churchill Downs"><p>Horse racing is hugely popular in the United States, North America, and beyond. The richest races worldwide include the Grand National in England, The Everest in Australia, the Saudi Cup in Riyadh, the Dubai World Cup in Meydan, and the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe in France. </p><p>The annual thoroughbred racing calendar boasts several eye-catching fixtures, but few come close to matching the Kentucky Derby for popularity and prestige.</p><p>The Kentucky Derby is one of America's most important sporting events, and it continues to grow. </p><p>Fancy betting on the next Kentucky Derby and bagging a profit as you cheer your pick to victory in Louisville? This page has everything you need. </p><p><a href="https://whop.com/blog/twinspires-review/"><strong><u>Love horse racing? Check out our Twinspires review now</u></strong></a></p><h2 id="your-guide-to-the-kentucky-derby">Your guide to the Kentucky Derby</h2><p>Whop’s online betting expert, Frank Monkhouse, calls on his experience gained from a career working at the highest level of the sportsbook industry, including on the trading floor of an international bookmaker. </p><p>In this guide you’ll learn the history and current state of the Kentucky Derby. There are dates for your diary, the finer details of the derby, and where to watch the big Grade 1 Stakes race. Keep reading, and you’ll also find a step-by-step guide on registering an online betting account, securing the welcome bonus free bet, how to read the form, where to find winning picks, and more. </p><p>In short, this article has everything you need to supercharge your Kentucky Derby betting experience.</p><h2 id="kentucky-derby-key-details">Kentucky Derby key details</h2><figure class="kg-card kg-image-card"><img src="https://whop.com/blog/content/images/2025/01/kentucky-dergby-.png" class="kg-image" alt="How to bet on the Kentucky Derby: Learn ways to beat the bookies at Churchill Downs" loading="lazy" width="940" height="511" srcset="https://whop.com/blog/content/images/size/w600/2025/01/kentucky-dergby-.png 600w, https://whop.com/blog/content/images/2025/01/kentucky-dergby-.png 940w" sizes="(min-width: 720px) 720px"></figure><p>The Kentucky Derby is an American Grade 1 thoroughbred horse race run at Churchill Downs Racetrack in Louisville, Kentucky, every year on the first Saturday in May.</p><p>The race is open to three-year-old entrants and decided over a distance of 1 ¼ miles or ten furlongs. It’s fast-paced, energetic, unpredictable, and great fun to watch from trackside or live on television, as well as the best live-streaming apps. The Kentucky Derby is affectionately referred to as the most exciting two minutes in sports.</p><p>The prize pool is undoubtedly worth winning, attracting the best-bred horses, the most daring jockeys, experienced trainers, and knowledgeable owners. Connections of a derby winner receive over $3 million share from a pot worth more than $5 million. </p><h2 id="when-is-the-kentucky-derby">When is the Kentucky Derby?</h2><p>The next Kentucky Derby Saturday May 3rd, 2025.</p><p>This is the 151st edition of the famous event. The race was first run in 1875, making it one of the most historic races in the sport, certainly across the United States. Mystik Dan won the trophy 12 months ago for jockey Brian Hernandez and trainer Kenneth G McPeek. </p><h2 id="where-to-watch-the-kentucky-derby">Where to watch the Kentucky Derby</h2><p>You can purchase tickets to the next Kentucky Derby on the race’s official website. Please be careful when searching for tickets and stick to official sources. The event’s popularity means bagging tickets is no mean feat, but the derby is an event that is highly featured on every avid sports fan’s bucket list.</p><p>If you’re not lucky enough to confirm your attendance at Churchill Downs on race day, you can follow the build-up, Kentucky Derby, and the aftermath at the top global sports broadcasters and live-streaming apps. Check out the table below for information on how to watch the fixture in your country.</p>
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<h2 id="triple-crown-overview-how-does-it-work-and-who-has-won-it">Triple Crown overview: How does it work, and who has won it?</h2><p>The Kentucky Derby isn’t just one of the most important and internationally popular events on the annual horse racing schedule; it’s also the opening leg of the Triple Crown. </p><p>But what exactly is the Triple Crown, and what other races are involved in the treble?</p>
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Kentucky Derby
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Every May at Churchill Down.
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Preakness Stakes
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Every May at Pimlico.
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Every June at Belmont Park
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<p>Winning all three races crammed into a grueling five-week schedule lands one horse the Triple Crown, but scooping the hat trick is no simple task. Only the most talented horses have won the Triple Crown. </p><p>Will we see another champion added to the list this season? It would take something quite remarkable to upset the betting odds and complete a clean sweep.</p><p>Which horses have won the Triple Crown? </p><p>The table below fills in the blanks.</p>
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Sir Barton
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1919
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Gallant Fox
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1930
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Omaha
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1935
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War Admiral
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1937
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Whirlaway
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1941
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Count Fleet
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1943
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Assault
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1946
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Citation
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1948
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Secretariat
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1973
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Seattle Slew
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1977
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Affirmed
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1978
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American Pharoah
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2015
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Justify
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2018
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<h2 id="kentucky-derby-past-winners">Kentucky Derby past winners</h2><p>Mystik Dan won the 2024 Kentucky Derby, taking the prize from Mage. The table below brings details of the previous five winners.</p>
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Mystik Dan
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Brian Hernandez Jr
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2024
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Mage
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Javier Castellano
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2023
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Rich Strike
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Sonny Leon
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2022
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Mandaloun
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Florent Geroux
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2021
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Authentic
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John Velazquez
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2020
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<p>Let’s now shine the spotlight on those in the driving seat. Here are the three most successful jockeys in the Kentucky Derby on races won.</p>
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Eddie Arcaro
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5
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1952
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Bill Hartack
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5
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1957
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Bill Shoemaker
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4
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1986
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<p>Let’s now do the same for the trainers. Here are three world-famous trainers and household names in sports who have won the Kentucky Derby more times than any other.</p>
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Ben A. Jones
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6
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1952
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Bob Baffert
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6
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2020
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D. Wayne Lucas
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4
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1999
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<p>We complete our list of the most successful names in Kentucky Derby history by investigating the highest-ranking owners in this category.</p>
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Calumet Farm
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8
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1968
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Bradley Family
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4
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1933
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WinStar Farm
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4
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2020
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<p>What can we take from the race stats and trends? </p><p>Many bettors like to place their trust in the numbers and follow the form. By flicking through recent results, we notice John Velazquez won on Always Dreaming in 2017 and Authentic in 2020. No other jockey has been able to land multiple winners in recent history. </p><p>There’s not much to go on when searching for stats to help predict a trainer and owner. But the going has been in each of the previous five renewals of this attraction, and it’s worth searching for horses with proven quality on the ground.</p><h2 id="how-to-bet-on-the-kentucky-derby">How to bet on the Kentucky Derby</h2><figure class="kg-card kg-image-card"><img src="https://whop.com/blog/content/images/2025/01/twinspires-1.png" class="kg-image" alt="How to bet on the Kentucky Derby: Learn ways to beat the bookies at Churchill Downs" loading="lazy" width="940" height="426" srcset="https://whop.com/blog/content/images/size/w600/2025/01/twinspires-1.png 600w, https://whop.com/blog/content/images/2025/01/twinspires-1.png 940w" sizes="(min-width: 720px) 720px"></figure><p>Now, let’s turn our attention to the most important section of this article: placing a bet on the Kentucky Derby and targeting a profit from the race. </p><p>I’ll walk you through the simple steps to joining a bookmaker, landing the welcome bonus free bet, choosing the right betting strategy for you, and confirming your wager.</p><h2 id="how-to-spot-a-great-betting-app">How to spot a great betting app</h2><p>The first step in your Kentucky Derby betting adventure is to find the right app. That’s easier said than done when faced with so much choice. Search the market, and you’ll find hundreds of sportsbooks vying for your attention. </p><p>The established names and best of the new arrivals claim to have generous odds, standout promotions, and the most sophisticated apps. But which are telling the truth, and how do you spot a great betting app in a list of good betting apps?</p><p>That’s easy. Simply ensure your next bookmaker offers these five essential features.</p><h3 id="welcome-bonus">Welcome bonus</h3><p>Most online sportsbooks offer new customers a welcome bonus. The offer is designed to attract a steady stream of new registrations, but some perform better than others. The most common new customer promos available today include free bets, risk-free bets, <a href="https://whop.com/blog/enhanced-odds-offers/" rel="noreferrer">enhanced odds</a>, cashback, profit boosts, and enhanced places each way.</p><p>The screenshot below is a great example of the betting bonuses available now when you create an online betting account and gamble. But more on registering shortly.</p><figure class="kg-card kg-image-card"><img src="https://whop.com/blog/content/images/2025/01/twinpires-offers.png" class="kg-image" alt="How to bet on the Kentucky Derby: Learn ways to beat the bookies at Churchill Downs" loading="lazy" width="940" height="479" srcset="https://whop.com/blog/content/images/size/w600/2025/01/twinpires-offers.png 600w, https://whop.com/blog/content/images/2025/01/twinpires-offers.png 940w" sizes="(min-width: 720px) 720px"></figure><p>The above is known as a sign-up bonus, and it’s common in sports betting. </p><p><strong>Check out other great </strong><a href="https://whop.com/blog/best-us-bookie-bonuses/" rel="noreferrer"><strong>sports bonuses for US bettors</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><h3 id="app">App</h3><p>Whether you’re betting on the Kentucky Derby from the comfort of home or gambling on the go, you need a reliable sportsbook app. Only consider joining an online bookmaker if their app is available to download on Android and iOS devices, is fast enough to keep pace with the sport, is secure at all times, protects your privacy, and allows you to collect the best odds and betting bonuses quickly.</p><p>There’s still a place in betting for websites, but a recent study into the habits of gamblers showed more wagers are struck using apps than websites and land-based bookmakers combined. It’s worth downloading an app and testing it before joining the bookmaker. Taking the time to familiarize yourself with an app will help you find the right bookmaker and save you time in the long run.</p><p><strong>Read this guide and discover the </strong><a href="https://whop.com/blog/best-sports-betting-apps/" rel="noreferrer"><strong>top sports betting apps</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><h3 id="odds">Odds</h3><p>One of the most important areas of betting - whether you’re gambling on the Kentucky Derby, Super Bowl, NBA Finals, Stanley Cup, the World Series, or any of America’s most popular sports fixtures - is betting odds. You want the best price available every time you wager on sports. Taking anything less than the top price simply hands another advantage to the trading team. If your bookie doesn’t offer top price, it’s time to look elsewhere.</p><p>When considering a bookmaker, you must first check how their odds perform against the competition. Check any respected betting odds comparison app for your selection in the Kentucky Derby for a list of quotes on every runner from every major sportsbook. The highest price is in bold, and that’s the bookie you should bet with every time.</p><p><strong>Bonus tip</strong>: Join more than one betting app and collect the welcome bonus free bets for new customers. Having multiple accounts also improves your chances of getting the best odds on every bet you place.</p><h3 id="coverage">Coverage</h3><p>Your online bookmaker must love horse racing as much as you do. Not only the big races but also meetings from across the United States and Canada. You should also have access to horse racing betting from the United Kingdom, France, South Africa, Australia, and beyond. More ways to bet means more ways to win.</p><p>Check a bookmaker’s betting app; you should find a long list of races, tracks, meetings, and markets at your fingertips. Horse racing is one of the world’s most popular sports and a favorite of bettors. That should be obvious when clicking on the racing tab.</p><h3 id="live-streaming">Live streaming</h3><p>The best bookmakers in the United States offer free <a href="https://whop.com/blog/live-betting-in-sports/" rel="noreferrer">live-streaming</a> of horse racing daily. If you place a bet on the result of a fixture, you should be able to watch the action unfold from anywhere using your smartphone. Pick a runner, set your stake, wager, and cheer your selection to victory on a live stream that’s free and reliable.</p><p>A growing number of betting apps offer live streaming, but what makes a great live stream? It should be fast, responsive, secure, and HD-quality, with clear sound, exciting camera angles, expert commentary, betting odds, predictions, bonuses, and more on one page.</p><h2 id="how-to-join-a-sports-betting-app">How to join a sports betting app</h2><p>When you’ve found the best horse racing betting app, it’s time to create an account. You must register only once at each bookmaker you wish to join. Thankfully, creating an account is quick and easy when following my step-by-step guide below.</p><figure class="kg-card kg-image-card"><img src="https://whop.com/blog/content/images/2025/01/bet-anywhere.png" class="kg-image" alt="How to bet on the Kentucky Derby: Learn ways to beat the bookies at Churchill Downs" loading="lazy" width="940" height="433" srcset="https://whop.com/blog/content/images/size/w600/2025/01/bet-anywhere.png 600w, https://whop.com/blog/content/images/2025/01/bet-anywhere.png 940w" sizes="(min-width: 720px) 720px"></figure><ol><li>Visit the homepage of your chosen bookmaker and click Register.</li><li>Complete the new customer registration form by adding your details.</li><li>Create a username and password.</li><li>Deposit funds and gamble on sports.</li></ol><h3 id="verify-your-account">Verify your account</h3><p>As you are creating an account remotely, your bookmaker must confirm your details. Account verification is a measure used by all legal and licensed sportsbooks to prove you are who you claim to be, are old enough to gamble, and help protect against identity theft.</p><p>The request to verify may come when you create an account, but it’s more likely to arrive when you make the first cash withdrawal to your bank account or payment card. </p><h2 id="choosing-a-betting-strategy">Choosing a betting strategy</h2><p>All professional and profitable gamblers follow a strict betting strategy. How do you pick your winners? The number one approach is to research as much as possible. You can be sure the traders working at your chosen betting app are up-to-speed on the form, injury news, times, training, and odds, so you must be, too.</p><p>Do as much research as possible before parting with your hard-earned stake. Check recent results, how a horse performed over course and distance earlier this season, any heavy falls or breathing operations, the stable form, the owner’s results, and anything else you think might be relevant to the race. The more research you do into your bets, the more winners you’ll land when betting on racing.</p><figure class="kg-card kg-image-card"><img src="https://whop.com/blog/content/images/2025/01/whop-bets.png" class="kg-image" alt="How to bet on the Kentucky Derby: Learn ways to beat the bookies at Churchill Downs" loading="lazy" width="940" height="342" srcset="https://whop.com/blog/content/images/size/w600/2025/01/whop-bets.png 600w, https://whop.com/blog/content/images/2025/01/whop-bets.png 940w" sizes="(min-width: 720px) 720px"></figure><h3 id="follow-the-experts">Follow the experts</h3><p>Researching a race and pick takes time, and I’m aware many of my readers simply don’t have the hours to commit to diving deep into the stats and trends. Thankfully, there’s another quicker and easier option. You can trust professionals to study a fixture on your behalf.</p><p>Visit Whop Discover today and you’ll find an extensive list of handicappers, betting experts, and pundits happy to share their opinions and predictions. Choose a racing guru to follow, join their <a href="https://whop.com/blog/what-is-a-whop/" rel="noreferrer">whop</a>, and bet on the daily picks available. Whop helps remove the hard work, uncertainty, and drama of finding a winner.</p><h2 id="how-to-pick-your-runners-and-riders">How to pick your runners and riders</h2><p>If you prefer to study the race and trust your predictions, here are five things to consider when narrowing down the field.</p><ol><li>How has your pick performed recently?</li><li>What are the experts saying about your horse’s chances?</li><li>Are the odds good enough to bet as a single or in a parlay bet?</li><li>Have you investigated all available betting markets?</li><li>Is a promotion available, such as cashback or profit boost?</li></ol><p>Major sportsbooks offer a long list of interesting betting markets on the best races every day. </p><p>You can gamble on the race winner, a horse to finish in the major places, to beat a rival in a match bet, the horses to finish first and second, a runner to fall, and more. There’s a market to suit every bettor and budget.</p><h2 id="how-to-confirm-your-selection">How to confirm your selection</h2><p>When you’ve decided on the horse to carry your stake, it’s time to place your bet. Here’s` how you can wager using a smartphone or laptop.</p><figure class="kg-card kg-image-card"><img src="https://whop.com/blog/content/images/2025/01/twinspires-confirm.png" class="kg-image" alt="How to bet on the Kentucky Derby: Learn ways to beat the bookies at Churchill Downs" loading="lazy" width="940" height="355" srcset="https://whop.com/blog/content/images/size/w600/2025/01/twinspires-confirm.png 600w, https://whop.com/blog/content/images/2025/01/twinspires-confirm.png 940w" sizes="(min-width: 720px) 720px"></figure><ul><li>Visit your betting app, click on horse racing > meeting > time or name of the race. </li><li>Click on the odds attached to your runner to add them to your bet slip. </li><li>Visit your bet slip and input the stake.</li><li>Check the bet, including the potential returns, and confirm.</li><li>Your wager is now live and can’t be changed.</li></ul><h2 id="how-whop-helps-you-beat-the-bookies">How Whop helps you beat the bookies</h2><p>We’ve arrived at the end of my in-depth article on how to bet on the Kentucky Derby. It’s one of the biggest races of the year and a real standout of the American sports schedule. Now you know how the race works, the date, the betting markets available, the steps involved in finding the best odds, and other helpful information, it’s time to wager.</p><p>Which horse will win the next Kentucky Derby? You’ll find a wealth of predictions, advice, and guidance at Whop. It’s all ready to read now. Visit <a href="https://whop.com/discover/"><u>Whop Discover</u></a> and click on the sports betting tab. You’ll see a list of sports betting handicappers and horse racing experts. Browse the list and find the whop that catches your eye and fits your budget.</p><p>Whop has everything you need to enjoy horse racing, make researched predictions, and target a regular profit from the sport. We’ve made it easier than ever before to beat the bookies finally, and our experts tip the power in your favor.</p><div class="kg-card kg-button-card kg-align-left"><a href="https://whop.com/discover/c/sports-picks/" class="kg-btn kg-btn-accent">Sports picks on Whop</a></div><hr><h2 id="faqs">FAQs</h2><h3 id="when-is-the-next-kentucky-derby">When is the next Kentucky Derby?</h3><p>The 2025 Kentucky Derby will be held at Churchill Downs on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025. The race is run every year on the first Saturday in May.</p><h3 id="who-is-the-most-successful-trainer">Who is the most successful trainer?</h3><p>Ben A. Jones has trained more Kentucky Derby winners than anyone else in history. His tally is set at a record six titles, earned between 1938 and 1952.</p><h3 id="where-are-the-best-racing-live-streams">Where are the best racing live streams?</h3><p>The top TV broadcasters run reliable and modern live streams covering major sports, including the Kentucky Derby. Download the NBC app now to prepare for the next race. The leading online sportsbooks also offer HD-quality live streams with expert commentary.</p><h3 id="which-bookmakers-have-the-best-racing-odds">Which bookmakers have the best racing odds?</h3><p>Every bookmaker has an opinion on the race and offers their odds. You must visit a betting odds comparison app to ensure you get the most generous odds on your pick. Find your pick, view all available odds, and identify the highest offer.</p>]]></content:encoded></item>
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