Sat May 03 13:30:00 UTC 2025: **Kentucky Derby 2025: Journalism the Early Favorite After Late Scratches**
LOUISVILLE, KY – The 151st running of the Kentucky Derby is set for Churchill Downs, with Journalism emerging as the early favorite at 4-1 odds. The horse, trained by Michael McCarthy, boasts a four-race winning streak. Sandman follows closely behind at 5-1. Luxor Cafe, a son of Triple Crown winner American Pharoah, is also in the field, though considered a long shot at 15-1.
The race, initially featuring 19 horses, saw late scratches of Rodriguez and Grande on Thursday and Friday, respectively. The remaining field of seventeen horses will compete for the coveted garland of roses. The complete field and odds were released Thursday evening.
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