Belmont at the Big A | Race 9 | Post Time 5:11 p.m. (ET)
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DRF Past Performances
Thu, 05/07/2026 - 12:11
The long and short of it is this: Last Saturday was all about the classic distance, 1 1/4 miles on dirt, and this Saturday belongs to turf sprinters.
Senorita
A computer now generates the Santa Anita morning line, albeit with human input tweaking the margins. Sorry, computer – you goofed in the Senorita. No way Mo’ Em Down comes up as short as the 5-2 second choice as the line forecasts.
Fri, 05/01/2026 - 10:24
Kentucky Derby picks and analysis from Daily Racing Form handicappers across the United States.
2026 Kentucky Derby (Race 12)
Distance: 1 1/4 miles
Track: Belmont Park
Post time: 6:57 p.m. Eastern
TV: NBC
David Aragona
1. Commandment
2. Renegade
3. So Happy
4. Wonder Dean
One of the most challenging decisions you’ll have to make before the Kentucky Derby is which wagers to play. There are many different ways to bet the Kentucky Derby, so here are a few suggested wagers for a $100 bankroll.
$24 to win on No. 6 Commandment
TIZ ALLURING
Trainer: Richard Baltas
Last race: April 24, 3rd
Finish: 3rd by 2 3/4
Beyer: 69
Debut filly was jostled and lost position at start of turf sprint, trailed field, rallied along rail on turn, angled outside for stretch, finished well and galloped out willingly. Promising debut by Kantharos filly.
Sat, 04/25/2026 - 17:24
Aqueduct | Race 3 | Post Time 2:11 p.m. (ET)
Linda Rice sends out a couple of contenders in this claimer, including potential favorite Will Not Be Swayed (#5). This filly is getting class relief that she probably needs after trying a much tougher field on turf last time. While she has run well on grass before, she's nearly as talented on dirt, and was mildly compromised by a slow pace in her last dirt race in March. She does get Flavien Prat aboard, but that's a double-edged sword as it means she's likely to take more money.
Perusing racing news often feels like mere doomscrolling, but peel back that tissue of trouble and the best horses, the heart of the sport, have a very strong pulse.
The Oaklawn Handicap was awesome, and Sovereignty, defeated, remains a fearsome beast. Burnham Square seemed like a serious grass horse winning the Elkhorn. Gezora makes her 2026 debut next week. This looks like the best Derby in a long time. The Oaks has heft.
Lots to look forward to, even if this Saturday’s stakes action came up light.
Royal Heroine