Inside the Kentucky Derby: Speed King Wins & Weekend Previews

Jan 29, 2025 Darren Rogers and Kevin Kerstein

Across the country this weekend, a trio of Road to the Kentucky Derby prep races will take place, including the Withers at Aqueduct, the Holy Bull at Gulfstream Park, and the Robert B. Lewis Stakes at Santa Anita. Darren and KK analyze each race card, previewing the horses that could make an impact on the Derby standings. They also analyze Speed King’s performance in his recent Southwest Stakes victory as he aims to follow in the footsteps of Kentucky Derby 150 winner Mystik Dan.

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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