Published: May 2, 2026 · 12:15 PM ET One of the favorites for tonight's Run for the Roses is out. The Puma has been scratched from the 2026 Kentucky Derby on race morning, leaving a 19-horse field for the 6:57 p.m. ET post time at Churchill Downs. The news reshapes the entire betting market — and every exotic ticket built around The Puma as a key horse needs to be rebuilt before tonight. Here's everything you need to know, including updated picks, new best bets, and revised exotic plays for the 19-horse field. Bet the 2026 Kentucky Derby at FanDuel Racing

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