Ryan Wohl details the winner of the 2026 Kentucky Derby.

Updated May 2, 2026 7:26 PM EDT

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY - APRIL 27: Golden Tempo runs on the track during the morning training for the 152nd Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on April 27, 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY - APRIL 27: Golden Tempo runs on the track during the morning training for the 152nd Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on April 27, 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

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Golden Tempo has won the 2026 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. Golden Tempo is joined by Trainer Cherie DeVaux and Jockey Jose Ortiz. Before the 2026 Kentucky Derby, Golden Tempo was 25/1 to win the race. Renegade, Ocelli, Chief Wallabee, and Danon Bourbon rounded out the top five.

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