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Winning Kentucky Derby Running Styles Since 1990

When it comes to winning Kentucky Derby running styles there area a few causally accepted: Pacesetters and closers rarely win. We wondered, is this true?

The Major Prep Factor

Discover which prep races have produced the most Kentucky Derby winners and what that means for this year’s contenders.

Paths to the Kentucky Derby since 1990

It’s easy to focus on Derby contenders final prep, but what about their entire 3-year-old prep season? We use data visualizations to show the paths of Kentucky Derby winners going back to 1990.

The Sports Fan Mentality

You’re going to end up liking and disliking horses, jockeys and trainers, but be wary of how that affects your handicapping!

Rooting vs. Wagering

The gambler’s head does not always jive with the racing fan’s heart. It’s good to recognize that rooting for and gambling on horses can sometimes be two different things.