Rainy 2025 Kentucky Derby Features 19-Horse Field

The 151st Kentucky Derby will be held on May 3, 2025, at Churchill Downs, featuring a 19-horse field that includes favorite Journalism and Citizen Bull, trained by veteran Bob Baffert. The event is expected to take place under rainy conditions, which could impact the track. Hall of Fame jockey Joel Rosario headlines the undercard, seeking his second Derby win aboard Tiztastic. The Derby remains the first leg of the Triple Crown, with the winner earning $3.1 million and a shot at the sport's rarest achievement, accomplished by only 13 horses. This year, the festivities coincide with widespread Cinco de Mayo celebrations in the Detroit area, with some venues combining Derby and Cinco de Mayo events. Both the race and the community celebrations are drawing significant crowds and excitement.