Like many things in 2020, the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve is going to look a little (or a lot) different this year. The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted the postponement of the race from May 2 (the fabled “First Saturday in May”) until Sept. 5 (the alliterative, but historically jarring “First Saturday in September”). The race will be run without fans, and a few horses who would have been prominent contenders in May are no longer part of the equation.
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The ‘Classic’ Distance and Challenge of Excelling at 1 ¼ Miles on Dirt
In the buildup to the Kentucky Derby each spring, one of the most important questions each 3-year-old must answer is whether they can stretch out to 1 ¼ miles and thrive at what is considered to be the “classic” distance.
2020 Kentucky Derby Data: How Fast the Contenders Finished
The Kentucky Derby is a handicapping challenge unlike any other. It’s the only race in North America where bettors must choose between 20 lightly-raced 3-year-olds traveling a testing 1 1/4-mile distance. It’s a recipe for surprising outcomes, as was the case in 2019, when 65.20-1 longshot Country House was elevated to victory via disqualification.
How to Bet on the Kentucky Derby from Home
It’s been a tough year for sports. Even now that the NBA, NHL, and MLB have returned, the games haven’t been quite as exciting (understandably) as in normal years. Let’s say you’re in one of the few states that allows betting on sports. You might be inclined to put a few bucks down on the Los Angeles Lakers or the Boston Bruins — just to spice things up. But let’s be honest, there’s only so much excitement you’re going to get out of turning $5 into $10 (if you’re lucky).
