The horses are entered, the post positions assigned, and the betting account topped off. At about 6:24 pm Eastern time on Saturday, the gates will spring open, and 20 horses will try to get to the finish line first, to win nearly $1.5 million, a blanket of roses, and a place in racing history.
Whether you’re watching from home, attending a Derby party, or heading to the track to watch Kentucky Derby 139, you’ll find no shortage of race analysis in print, online, and on television. The fan education site Hello Race Fans! (to which I contribute) offers a cheat sheet on all the contenders along with wagering strategies, and below you’ll find our stable of handicappers, offering their perspectives, suggestions, and picks for the race.
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