2026 Kentucky Derby undercard picks: Best bets at Churchill Downs
The article provides betting picks for the 2026 Kentucky Derby undercard races at Churchill Downs, highlighting key contenders and value bets across several stakes races. Races analyzed include the Twin Spires Turf Sprint, Churchill Distaff Turf Mile, and American Turf, with specific horse selections and wagering strategies. The author, Michael Leboff, offers insights based on recent performances, jockey changes, and odds value.
- ▪No. 7 Yellow Card is recommended in Race 5, the Twin Spires Turf Sprint, due to a strong prior performance despite a poor trip.
- ▪In Race 7, the Churchill Distaff Turf Mile, No. 4 Temptable (8-1) and No. 7 Movin’ On Up (12-1) are selected as value bets in a competitive field.
- ▪For Race 10, the American Turf, No. 10 Banishing (12-1) is picked to win after a recent victory in the Godolphin Mile in Dubai.
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Betting 2026 Kentucky Derby undercard picks: Best bets at Churchill Downs By Michael Leboff Published May 2, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET Churchill Downs racetrack. Getty Images Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. The 2026 Kentucky Derby will go off at 6:57 p.m. ET, but there’s a full day of racing at Churchill Downs ahead of the Run for the Roses. The first race on the card goes off at 11 a.m. sharp, and the first stakes race is the fourth contest on the card, which will go off at 12:38 p.m. ET. We’ve highlighted a handful of races in the lead-up to the Derby to help pad your bankroll before the main event.
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