"Renegade, the Arkansas Derby winner, had the bad luck of getting the 1 post in the 20-horse field; no runner from that slot has won the Kentucky Derby since Ferdinand in 1986."
"Further Ado ran a monster race last time out in winning the Blue Grass Stakes at Keeneland, a track he seems to relish, though his other efforts were not nearly as flashy or fast."
"The Kentucky Derby is arguably the best betting race in America; the gigantic 20-horse field usually results in great odds for almost every runner."
"One thing about this field is the apparent lack of blistering front-running speed, with most horses doing their best running late and from further back in the field."
The 152nd Kentucky Derby is set for Saturday evening, featuring a competitive 20-horse field. Favorites Renegade and Further Ado have notable concerns. Renegade, the Arkansas Derby winner, faces challenges from the 1 post, while Further Ado's previous wins lack the same flair. The race is known for its betting potential, with Renegade at 4-1 odds and Further Ado and Commandment at 6-1. The race will take place at Churchill Downs, with a $5 million purse and a distance of 1 1/4 miles on dirt.
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