This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more aboutSports Betting on FOX Sports. The Kentucky Derby is where split-second decisions turn into life-changing wins. For two minutes at Churchill Downs, the field becomes chaos and opportunity all at oncewhere the right horse, at the right price, can cash a ticket that outpaces everything else on the board. When the gates open, its not just about watching historyits about picking it correctly before the rest of the field disappears down the stretch. Can I bet on the Kentucky Derby with BetMGM? You can bet on the Kentucky Derby through BetMGM in two ways: the BetMGM Sportsbook or the BetMGM Horse Racing platform. The Horse Racing platform does not offer a welcome bonus, while the BetMGM Sportsbook offers new users the ability to unlock up to $1,500 in Bonus Bets with the bonus code FOXSPORTS. BetMGM Horse Racing is a separate app and platform built specifically for racing, where users can bet directly on Churchill Downs and other major tracks. It supports standard wagers like win, place, and show, along with exotic bets such as exactas and trifectas. However, availability is limited. BetMGM Racing is currently only offered in Florida, Louisiana, and Ohio, and users must be at least 21 years old to participate. Both platforms let you fund a single BetMGM account, but they operate separately when it comes to promos and betting eligibility. How to get started Create an account on horseracing.betmgm.com or download the BetMGM Horse Racing app on iOS or Android. Complete the verification and set up. Once your account is set up and funded, choose the Churchill Downs track, select the Kentucky Derby, and start building your wagers. Whether youre backing a single horse to win or exploring exotic bets like exactas, trifectas, or superfectas, BetMGM gives you plenty of ways to play the board. How to claim the BetMGM Sportsbook New User Offer What makes BetMGM Horse Racing different? BetMGM Horse Racing is designed specifically for pari-mutuel wagering, meaning odds can shift right up until post time depending on how the betting pool moves. That creates a dynamic, constantly changing betting landscapevery different from fixed-odds sportsbooks. The platform also covers over 200 racetracks and major events year-round, giving users access to some of the biggest races in the sport, not just the Derby. If you want a dedicated racing experience built around live betting, shifting odds, and full Derby coverage, BetMGM Horse Racing delivers a focused way to get involved. Its a different style of bettingbut on Kentucky Derby day, that unpredictability is exactly what makes it exciting. Types of bets for the Kentucky Derby Here are the different types of bets you can make with BetMGM: BetMGM Kentucky Derby odds BetMGM has not posted their own odds yet. These odds are from kentuckyderby.com.

In seven completed innings, PBKS have conceded five scores of 200 or more, along with a 195. Only Mumbai Indians have a worse economy rate than PBKS' 10.5 runs per over.

Top horse racing expert Jody Demling reveals picks for 2026 Kentucky Derby horses like Renegade, Commandment and Further Ado

Historic cup win! Podolski & Co go wild in the tunnelsWhen Lukas Podolski decided five years ago to return to his boyhood club Grnik Zabrze, his mission was crystal clear - to end the title drought. Today, Grnik successfully completed that mission, with his help as well.In the Polish Cup final, the club, with the Rio World Cup winner in its ranks, won its first title in 54 years. Podolski has already celebrated many trophies - but this one is likely to hold a special place in his heart.During the trophy presentation, he even brought club legend Stanisaw Olizo up with him.After the formal part, the wild party naturally continued in the stadium catacombs.By winning the cup, the club has also secured a place in the 3rd qualifying round of the Europa League. Will Podolski still be part of it then? His contract expires in the summer. However, the 40-year-old has not yet hinted at retirement.This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in here.

This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more aboutSports Betting on FOX Sports. The Kentucky Derby isnt just a raceits a full-blown spectacle. Every spring, the spotlight turns to Churchill Downs as the fastest three-year-olds explode out of the gate in the "Run for the Roses." And for bettors looking to get in on the action, platforms like DraftKings make it easier than ever to have a stake in every stride. DraftKings gives you a couple of different lanes to make it happen. The easiest path comes through DraftKings Racing, which is integrated directly into the DraftKings Sportsbook experience in select states (Delaware, New Mexico, Rhode Island, Florida, Louisiana, Montana, New Hampshire, Ohio and Oregon). If youre in one of those markets, you can bet the Derby without jumping between appssame login, same wallet, same streamlined interface. The shared wallet means any sportsbook promos, bonus bets, or funds you already have can be used seamlessly for horse racing. New users can typically unlock welcome offersoften requiring a small initial wagerto score bonus bets that can be used across the platform, including on marquee events like the Kentucky Derby. Don't live within those select states? Thats where DK Horse comes in. Its DraftKings standalone racebook app, built specifically for horse racing. While it operates separately from the main sportsbook (meaning no shared wallet), it still gives you full access to Derby wagering and a wide menu of race-day betsfrom win/place/show to exactas, trifectas, and more. Whether youre using DraftKings Racing or DK Horse, betting on the 2026 Kentucky Derby is very much on the table. The platform you use just depends on your locationbut either way, youll have a fast, user-friendly setup ready for one of the biggest betting events of the year. How to bet on the Kentucky Derby with DraftKings The states that offer horse racing through DraftKings, you can wager on the races through DraftKings Racing in the Sportsbook. If you don't live within those states, use the DK Horse app. Because DraftKings Racing is built right into the DraftKings Sportsbook, everything runs through one shared wallet. New users can jump in and claim the welcome offer of $5 bet and get $100 in bonus bets, win or lose. Here's how to bet on the Kentucky Derby with DraftKings Here's how to bet on the Kentucky Derby through DK Horse: DraftKings Kentucky Derby odds

Wrexham missed out on a place in the playoffs in the second-tier Championship by drawing 2-2 with Middlesbrough in a dramatic final round of the regular season on Saturday.

Gene Menez revealed his Kentucky Derby 2026 picks for the Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 2 at Churchill Downs

Ramakrishna Ghosh has stepped into the spotlight after being handed his IPL debut for Chennai Super Kings in their high-profile clash against Mumbai Indians at Chepauk. The Indian all-rounder, picked up for his base price of 30 lakh, comes in as part of two changes made by captain Ruturaj Gaikwad.Ghosh replaces Gurjapneet Singh in the XI, with CSK also bringing in Prashant Veer for Akeal Hosein. His inclusion comes at a crucial stage of the season, with Chennai looking to revive their campaign.A right-arm medium pacer and right-handed batter, Ghosh has built his reputation through steady domestic performances for Maharashtra. He made headlines during the Vijay Hazare Trophy when he produced a stunning spell of 7 for 42 against Himachal Pradesh, becoming one of the few players to take seven wickets in a List A game. That performance firmly put him on the radar.He has also shown his ability with the bat. In the same tournament, he smashed a quick 64 off 27 balls against Mumbai, underlining his value as a lower-order hitter. His all-round skills were further evident in the Maharashtra Premier League, where he contributed impactful cameos, including a 52 off 33 balls.Primarily known for his disciplined bowling, Ghosh relies on accuracy, seam movement and consistency rather than raw pace. In the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season, he picked up 11 wickets in six matches, often playing a control role in Maharashtras attack.Teams:Chennai Super Kings (Playing XI): Sanju Samson(w), Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Urvil Patel, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Jamie Overton, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Prashant Veer, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Mukesh ChoudharyMumbai Indians (Playing XI): Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Naman Dhir, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya(c), Robin Minz, Trent Boult, Krish Bhagat, Jasprit Bumrah, AM Ghazanfar

"Whether you know it or not, we all have something in common." For the New York Mets, Boston Red Sox and Philadelphia Phillies, that's being off to cataclysmic starts. Boston (Alex Cora) and Philadelphia (Rob Thomson) have each fired their respective managers over the past week, and the Mets have lost 17 of their last 21 games, including a 12-game losing streak. Which team is more likely to turn a corner? FOX Sports MLB Analyst Dontrelle Willis opines that the team is the Phillies. "I think it's the Phillies [that are more likely to flip the script] because this is a veteran-led team with a lot of experience," Willis said. "You see Kyle Schwarber, right now, is starting to heat up, hitting .280 over his last seven ballgames. You can book it that he's going to hit 35-40 home runs, especially in that ballpark. We know Bryce Harper's going to hit .270, and you have guys like Brandon Marsh, who leads the team in batting average, hitting .304. What is concerning to me is, especially without Zack Wheeler, they had a rotation ERA of 5.60. That is unacceptable even in that ballpark. All of a sudden, they get Wheeler back into that rotation. Now, they're down to a 3.16 ERA, so you know they're going to be able to have that swing and miss with [Cristopher] Sanchez & Co. "And Zach Wheeler, he has one more year on his contract, so they're feeling like, with this core group, the window is starting to close. There's going to be some urgency, but they have "Donny Baseball" [interim manager Don Mattingly] at the helm, and they're 4-0 so far. Sometimes a new voice creates a shockwave, and they're playing well right now." Eric Karros concurs with that sentiment. "The Phillies have the best overall constructed roster," Karros said when comparing the Phillies, Mets and Red Sox. "They didn't get off to a good start, especially offensively. They had some struggles early on. Alec Bohm has always been a proven run-producer in that lineup. He has gotten off to a miserable start. He's going to get better. Schwarber is coming into his own. Trea Turner's going to produce more. We know what Harper does. The pitching's coming back. They've had some injuries, as well. "Over the course of 162 games, this team is just built well enough to win." Philadelphia, which reached the 2022 World Series after firing Joe Girardi and promoting bench coach Rob Thomson to interim manager in June of that season, won the NL East in 2024 and 2025 before starting this season 9-19. Following a stretch that saw the Phillies lose 11 of 12 games, they fired Thomson and are 4-0 since promoting Mattingly to interim manager. As for the other struggling clubs, the Red Sox are in last place in the AL East at 13-19. Their starting rotation a unit that was prioritized in the offseason (e.g., signing left-hander Ranger Suarez to a five-year, $130 million deal and acquiring right-handers Sonny Gray and Johan Oviedo) is 25th in MLB in ERA (4.75) and 21st in WHIP (1.37) and opponent batting average (.258). Meanwhile, Boston's offense is 29th in slugging percentage (.354), tied for 28th in home runs (22), 26th in runs (126) and tied for 24th in hits (250). The Red Sox lost to the New York Yankees in last year's Wild Card round and previously hadn't made the postseason since 2021. Regarding the Mets, who are second in MLB with a $383 million payroll, their offense is last in on-base percentage (.290) and slugging percentage (.342), 29th in runs (110), 27th in hits (242) and 26th in home runs (25). New York missed the playoffs last season.