The journey to the 2025 Kentucky Derby is an eight-month process culminating in the big race, which features 19 horses vying for the coveted title. Scheduled for Saturday, May 3, the event will take place at Churchill Downs with a post time of 6:57 p.m. ET.

The current favorite, Journalism, boasting odds of 3-1, has won four consecutive races. Following closely is Sovereignty at 5-1 and Sandman at 6-1, marking a significant moment since a winning ticket has not been available at odds lower than 13-1 in the last five years.

Insider Jody Demling, an established figure in horse racing, has accurately predicted the Kentucky Oaks-Derby double successively 11 times over the last 16 years. He has also made impressive predictions for the Belmont Stakes and the Preakness Stakes, showcasing his expertise in horse racing.

Demling has shared his picks and predictions for the 2025 Kentucky Derby on SportsLine, encouraging bettors to review the expert’s recommendations before placing any bets.

Key 2025 Kentucky Derby Odds

Post	Horse	Odds	Projection
1	Citizen Bull	20-1	See Picks
2	Neoequos	30-1	See Picks
3	Final Gambit	30-1	See Picks
4	Rodriguez	12-1	Scratched
5	American Promise	30-1	See Picks

For a comprehensive list of Derby odds and to discover which contenders to bet on, visit SportsLine.