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Are you ready for the fastest two minutes in sports? The Kentucky Derby is happening on Saturday, May 6, and it's one of the best events for horse racing fans and betting enthusiasts alike. Even if you don't typically follow sports, the Kentucky Derby is the perfect event for you – you only have to watch two minutes of horses once a year.
The Kentucky Derby is the first race of the Triple Crown, the three biggest races of the year for the horse racing community. The other two races are the Preakness Stakes and the Belmont. Winning all three races is the ultimate goal for trainers and jockeys, and only 13 horses have ever accomplished this feat in the long history of the Triple Crown.
The pressure is high at the Kentucky Derby, where only three-year-old horses are allowed to run. This means they only have one shot to make a name for themselves and potentially become Triple Crown winners.
If you plan to watch the Kentucky Derby, you might want to consider betting on your favorite horse. Betting on horses is a little different from betting on other sports since there are many options. However, the most popular bet is a win bet, where you bet on which horse will win the race. Another option is a place bet, where you bet on a horse to come in first or second, and a show bet, where you bet on a horse to come in first, second, or third.
As of this recording, Forte is the betting favorite for the Kentucky Derby, but remember that the favorite hasn't won since 2018. In addition, betting odds can change throughout the week leading up to the race, so it's essential to watch them and adjust your bets accordingly.
Remember to gamble responsibly and only bet what you can afford to lose. But with a little bit of luck, you could end up with some extra cash in your pocket while watching the excitement of the Kentucky Derby unfold.
Listen to this week's podcast for more on the Derby, place your bets, grab your drinks, and let's watch those horses run.
