Inside the Kentucky Derby: John Battaglia and Rebel Preview

Feb 20, 2025 Darren Rogers and Kevin Kerstein

It may be cold across the country, but plenty of horses are heating up on the Kentucky Derby trail. Despite weather delays, the Road to the Derby races continue with the John Battaglia Memorial at Turfway and the Rebel Stakes at Oaklawn Park. The John Battaglia Memorial marks the final 20-point prep race, while the Rebel Stakes continues the Championship Series, awarding 50 points to the winner. Darren and KK analyze the full race cards, previewing the horses that could impact the standings. They also recap the Risen Star Stakes, providing an update on longshot winner Magnitude’s future.

Inside the Kentucky Derby is your home for exciting news, stories and insights from the people inside of historic Churchill Downs Racetrack. Hosts Darren Rogers and Kevin Kerstein provide in-depth analysis of the horses in the field, betting favorites, and the storylines on the upcoming stakes races on the Road to the Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve.

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