The 2025 Kentucky Derby horses are becoming clearer as the race date approaches on Saturday, May 3. Recent qualifiers like the Florida Derby and Arkansas Derby have added stakes to the competition. Tappan Street secured a spot by winning the Florida Derby.

Current Odds:

• Journalism: 5-1
• Sovereignty: 7-1
• Citizen Bull: 9-1
• Final Gambit: 10-1
• Coal Battle: 14-1

Jody Demling, a seasoned expert in horse racing, has made strong predictions for the upcoming Derby based on prior performances and current qualifying points. He notably cautions against betting on Final Gambit despite his favorable odds due to a lack of winning experience in higher stakes races.

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