2025 Kentucky Derby Promises Excitement as Top Horses Challenge

Louisville, Kentucky – The 151st edition of the Kentucky Derby is set for Saturday, May 3, with the main event beginning at 6:57 p.m. ET at Churchill Downs. This year, 19 of the fastest horses will compete in the famed race, known as the Run for the Roses.

Among the contenders, Journalism stands as the 3-1 favorite, following an impressive streak of victories. Demling, a prominent horse racing expert, has successfully predicted the Kentucky Oaks-Derby double 11 times in the past 16 years and is sharing his insights on betting strategies and Horses to watch.

Tiztastic and Admire Daytona are noteworthy longshots at 20-1 and 30-1, respectively. They proved their capabilities with wins in longer-distance prep races, setting the stage for a potential upset. Demling highlighted Tiztastic’s success in the Louisiana Derby and Admire Daytona’s triumph in the UAE Derby.

Despite his favorited status, Demling is cautious about Sandman, a 6-1 contender. Recently successful in the Arkansas Derby, Sandman showed a late surge from the back of the pack to win by 2.5 lengths. However, Demling cautioned about the colt’s tendency to swerve and his immaturity.

Luxor Cafe, a 15-1 longshot, stands out in the field as he has an impressive lineage. Sired by American Pharoah, he has secured three stakes victories leading into the Derby. His pedigree gives him strong potential, making him an exciting option for bettors.

The race features a total purse of $5 million, with $3.1 million going to the winner, second place earning $1 million, and further payouts extending down to $150,000 for fifth place. Fans are expected to flock to Churchill Downs, with over 100,000 attendees anticipated.

This year’s Derby, broadcast live on NBC, will also be streamed online as fans await who will touch the finish line first in this thrilling spectacle.