Analyst shares Kentucky Derby predictions with Channel 11
The 152nd Kentucky Derby takes place this weekend at Churchill Downs, with coverage airing on Channel 11. NBC analyst Steve Kornacki shared his predictions, noting he has changed his pick multiple times ahead of the race. The betting favorite, a horse named Renegade, faces a challenge starting from post position one, which has not produced a winner since 1986.
- ▪The 152nd Kentucky Derby will be held at Churchill Downs.
- ▪Renegade is the betting favorite with five-to-one odds but will start from post position one, which has not produced a winner since 1986.
- ▪NBC's Steve Kornacki said he has changed his pick several times and currently favors either Puma or Potente.
- ▪Channel 11 will broadcast the event, with coverage beginning at 2:30 p.m. and the race expected to start at 6:57 p.m.
- ▪Kornacki described the Kentucky Derby as 'the most exciting two minutes in sports' due to the anticipation and unpredictability of the race.
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