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2026 Kentucky Derby Live Odds Today: Latest Lines and Morning Movements
Last updated: 9:25 AM ET — We'll be refreshing this page with the latest odds throughout the day. Post time is 6:57 p.m. ET.
The 2026 Kentucky Derby odds have been shifting all week and will continue moving right up until the gates open tonight at Churchill Downs. We're tracking every significant line movement here throughout race day so you always know where the market stands before you bet.
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Latest 2026 Kentucky Derby Odds
| Post | Horse | Current Odds | Morning Line | Movement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Renegade Co-Fav | 5-1 | 4-1 | ⬆ Drifting |
| 2 | Albus | 30-1 | 30-1 | ➡ Stable |
| 3 | Intrepido | 50-1 | 50-1 | ➡ Stable |
| 4 | Litmus Test | 30-1 | 30-1 | ➡ Stable |
| 5 | Robusta New Entry | 50-1 | — | ★ New Entry |
| 6 | Commandment | 6-1 | 6-1 | ➡ Stable |
| 7 | Danon Bourbon | 20-1 | 20-1 | ➡ Stable |
| 8 | So Happy Hot | 6-1 | 15-1 | ⬇ Shortening |
| 9 | The Puma Co-Fav | 5-1 | 10-1 | ⬇ Shortening |
| 10 | Wonder Dean | 20-1 | 30-1 | ⬇ Shortening |
| 11 | Incredibolt | 20-1 | 20-1 | ➡ Stable |
| 12 | Chief Wallabee | 8-1 | 8-1 | ➡ Stable |
| 13 | Great White New Entry | 50-1 | — | ★ New Entry |
| 14 | Potente | 20-1 | 20-1 | ➡ Stable |
| 15 | Emerging Market | 11-1 | 15-1 | ⬇ Shortening |
| 16 | Pavlovian | 30-1 | 30-1 | ➡ Stable |
| 17 | Further Ado | 6-1 | 6-1 | ➡ Stable |
| 18 | Ocelli New Entry | 50-1 | — | ★ New Entry |
| 19 | Golden Tempo | 30-1 | 30-1 | ➡ Stable |
| 20 | Danon Bourbon | 20-1 | 20-1 | ➡ Stable |
Odds sourced from FanDuel Racing. Pari-mutuel wagering — all odds subject to change until gates open at 6:57 p.m. ET. "Shortening" = odds getting smaller (more money bet). "Drifting" = odds getting larger (less money bet). Bet responsibly. Must be 21+.
Odds sourced from FanDuel Racing. Pari-mutuel wagering means all odds are subject to change until the gates open. [Bet the Kentucky Derby at FanDuel Racing →]
The Biggest Movers Today
The Puma (Post 9): 10-1 → 5-1 — the week's biggest mover The Puma has overtaken morning-line favorite Renegade to share top billing at 5-1 after a week of strong public support. The Gustavo Delgado/Javier Castellano combination that won the 2023 Derby with Mage is drawing significant money, and his clean draw in post 9 makes him the most straightforward win bet in the field for bettors who want to avoid the rail controversy.
Renegade (Post 1): Drifting from 4-1 to 5-1 The Arkansas Derby winner remains a co-favorite but has been drifting steadily since the post position draw handed him the rail. No horse has won from post 1 since Ferdinand in 1986, and the market is reflecting that concern. He opened as the 4-1 morning-line favorite; he's now sitting at 5-1 and may drift further as race-day money comes in.
So Happy (Post 8): 15-1 → 6-1 — the sharpest move of race week The Santa Anita Derby winner has been the most dramatic mover on the board all week, plummeting from 15-1 to 6-1 on sustained public action. Whether this reflects genuine confidence in his chances or casual bettor recognition of his name, the sharp move into short single-digit territory makes him a key watch in the early pools today.
Wonder Dean (Post 10): 30-1 → 20-1 The Japanese invader has been quietly attracting money throughout the week, shortening from 30-1 to 20-1. He drew one of the historically best gates at Churchill Downs and his connections have deep Kentucky Derby experience. At 20-1 he still represents significant value if he handles the American dirt.
Emerging Market (Post 15): 15-1 → 11-1 Chad Brown and Flavien Prat is a combination the market respects, and Emerging Market has been steadily shortening all week. He's worth including in exotics at this price.
What the Odds Mean for Your Bet
If you're new to horse racing odds, here's a quick guide to what the current lines mean in dollar terms for a $2 bet:
What the Odds Mean for Your Bet
How much a $2 win bet returns at current odds · Exact payouts set at post time
| Odds | $2 Win Bet Returns | Horses at This Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5-1 | ~$12 | Co-favorites — The Puma, Renegade |
| 6-1 | ~$14 | Commandment, Further Ado, So Happy |
| 8-1 | ~$18 | Chief Wallabee |
| 11-1 | ~$24 | Emerging Market |
| 20-1 | ~$42 | Wonder Dean, Danon Bourbon, Potente |
| 30-1 | ~$62 | Golden Tempo, Pavlovian, Albus |
| 50-1 | ~$102 | Great White, Ocelli, Robusta, Intrepido |
Returns include your $2 stake. Pari-mutuel odds fluctuate until post time — exact payouts may differ. Bet responsibly. Must be 21+.
How to Bet the Kentucky Derby Right Now
Odds are live and betting is open at FanDuel Racing. Here's how to get your bet in before the 6:57 p.m. ET post time:
- Visit FanDuel Racing or download the app
- Create your account — takes about two minutes
- Make a deposit
- Find the 2026 Kentucky Derby in today's races
- Select your horse and bet type (Win, Place, Show, Exacta, Trifecta, Superfecta)
- Confirm and watch at 6:57 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock
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When Will Odds Be Updated?
We'll be refreshing the odds table at the top of this page throughout the day as significant line movements occur. Check back closer to post time — the biggest swings typically happen in the final two hours of betting as casual race-day money floods in and moves the market.
Post time: 6:57 p.m. ET · Churchill Downs, Louisville, KY · Watch on NBC and Peacock
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