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Kentucky Derby 2026: Surprise Picks Revealed
28 Apr
Summary
- The 2026 Kentucky Derby is scheduled for May 2nd.
- Expert Michelle Yu is fading favorite Commandment despite wins.
- The Puma is highlighted as a strong 10-1 longshot contender.
The 152nd Kentucky Derby, set for May 2nd at Churchill Downs, features jockey and analyst Michelle Yu's unique predictions. Despite Commandment's Florida Derby victory and 6-1 odds, Yu is completely fading him due to a decreased speed figure in his last race.
Yu expresses confidence in The Puma, a 10-1 longshot drawing the No. 9 post. She notes The Puma's strong performances and the winning history of his connections, jockey Javier Castellano and trainer Gustavo Delgado, who won the 2023 Derby.
Yu's top pick is a horse she believes is "screaming for more ground." Additionally, she is backing a "forgotten horse" as a significant double-digit longshot, predicting substantial returns for those who follow her advice.
