Post position matters quite a bit at the Kentucky Derby. Horses in the earlier post positions have traditionally performed better than horses in the later post positions at the event. The fifth post position has resulted in the most wins at the Kentucky Derby, with 10 horses winning from that slot during the race's history.

The 2025 Kentucky Derby features a potential Triple Crown winner in Journalism and 18 other horses looking to claim one of the most prestigious titles in horse racing. Saturday's 19-horse field was adjusted twice already this week. Baeza was added to field in place of the scratched Rodriguez. Grande was scratched on Friday morning.

Tim Doyle reveals his 2025 Kentucky Derby betting guide and 2025 Kentucky Derby betting strategy for Churchill Downs. Post time is 6:57 p.m. ET.