At the Track: Road to the Kentucky Derby | May 2, 2026 | Hour 4

The 152nd Kentucky Derby delivered one of the most dramatic and unpredictable finishes in recent memory, with Golden Tempo, a 23-1 longshot trained by Sherry DeVoe, capturing victory in a stunning upset. The race was defined by a blistering early pace, with six Speed and others setting a fast opening quarter, leading to a collapse that allowed deep closers like Golden Tempo and Renegade to surge late. Golden Tempo, ridden by Jose Ortiz, executed a flawless trip from the back, avoiding traffic and making a sweeping move on the outside to win by a nose. Renegade, despite a disastrous start and a rough trip from the one-hole post, ran a heroic race to finish second, while Oselli (70-1) shocked the field in third. The payouts were astronomical, with a $1 superfecta returning $94,489.95. The win marked a historic moment as Sherry DeVoe became the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby. The episode also delves into the critical role of race trips, with post positions and early pace shaping outcomes, and previews the Preakness, where Golden Tempo is expected to run but may be vulnerable, while Renegade could skip to the Belmont Stakes. The hosts reflect on the chaos of the 20-horse field, the emotional highs of the win, and the enduring unpredictability of horse racing.