The race will feature 20 horses competing for a total purse of $5 million. Renegade is currently the favorite with odds of 4-1. The post time is set for 6:57 p.m. ET.

Great White will take Silent Tactic’s place following an announcement from trainer Mark Casse. Casse explained, “You can’t run in the Kentucky Derby and not be 100%.” He added that the injury is very slight, which he considers good news.

Bob Baffert, a well-known figure in horse racing, has won the Kentucky Derby a record-tying six times. The event is often called “the most exciting two minutes in sports” and is the first leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown.

Where to watch:

UK viewers can watch live on Sky Sports Racing and Racing TV. and Sky Sports coverage begins at 12 p.m. ET on Peacock.

The race distance is set at 1¼ miles. Observers expect a competitive field as preparations continue leading up to the event.

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