Ky. Derby preliminary betting

Marty McGee|May 05, 2006

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - The wide-open nature of the 132nd Kentucky Derby may be best illustrated by the win odds after preliminary wagering closed Friday at Churchill Downs. With $421,152 already in the win pool, Barbaro was the favorite at 5-1, followed by Sweetnorthernsaint (7-1), Sinister Minister (7-1), Point Determined (8-1), Brother Derek (9-1), and Lawyer Ron (9-1).

The highest odds for a favorite in Derby history was Harlan?s Holiday, who finished seventh as the $6.00-1 choice in 2002.

Here follow the Derby odds, as of the 6:30 p.m. Eastern closing:

(PP, Horse, Odds)

1. Jazil, 20-1

2. Steppenwolfer, 11-1

3. Keyed Entry, 42-1

4. Sinister Minister, 7-1

5. Point Determined, 8-1

6. Showing Up, 36-1

7. Bob and John, 12-1

8. Barbaro, 5-1

9. Sharp Humor, 25-1

10. A.P. Warrior, 15-1

11. Sweetnorthernsaint, 7-1

12. Private Vow, 40-1

13. Bluegrass Cat, 23-1

14. Deputy Glitters, 75-1

15. Seaside Retreat, 48-1

16. Cause to Believe, 26-1

17. Lawyer Ron, 9-1

18. Brother Derek, 9-1

19. Storm Treasure, 52-1

20. Flashy Bull, 39-1

Total Win Pool, $421,152

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