Commandment profile: 2026 Kentucky Derby odds, post position, history and more to know
Commandment, a top contender for the 2026 Kentucky Derby, has won four straight races including the Grade 1 Florida Derby and boasts a best Beyer Speed Figure of 101, making him co-second choice at 6-1 odds. Despite his strong form, former jockeys Irad Ortiz Jr. and Flavien Prat have chosen other mounts, with Luis Saez set to ride him from post position 6. The horse has demonstrated versatility and toughness, often splitting through tight spaces, and could contend for favoritism on race day with a clean trip.
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Commandment profile: 2026 Kentucky Derby odds, post position, history and more to know Get caught up with Commandment's past performances, jockey, trainer and full analysis heading into the Run for the Roses By Gene Menez Apr 30, 2026 at 12:56 pm ET • 3 min read USATSI Commandment has won four straight races, capped by a victory in the Grade 1 Florida Derby. His best Beyer Speed Figure is 101, which is the second highest in the field. He is the co-second choice on the morning line at 6-1 and has a big shot to win the Kentucky Derby. So why have top jockeys Irad Ortiz Jr.
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