Bettors who decide to steer clear of Journalism might target 2025 Kentucky Derby contenders like Sovereignty (5-1) and Sandman (6-1). There are also nine 2925 Kentucky Derby horses at 30-1 on the horse racing odds board,

The favorite, Journalism, is a popular choice after winning the Santa Anita Derby, and he is widely viewed as the best horse in the race. But the last four editions of the Kentucky Derby all saw a longshot win, including Mystik Dan at 18-to-1 in 2024.

Horse racing's biggest event of the year goes down Saturday afternoon at Churchill Downs. Journalism is the morning line favorite.

From Bob Baffert’s return to this year’s favorite, CNN Sports takes a look at everything you need to know. For those who can’t get a ticket to see the race live, there is no need to fear. All the action from this year’s Kentucky Derby will be broadcast on NBC,