Here, we'll follow all of the Derby action in our live blog, from odds movement throughout the day to weather updates and early race results until we finally reach the 6:57 p.m. post time and the race begins for the most coveted trophy in horse racing (and their share of a $5 million purse ).

The 151st Kentucky Derby lost two starters this week as Rodriguez and Grande scratched because of hoof bruises. With the addition of Baeza, Saturday’s Run for the Roses will go off with a field of 19.

There are many storylines heading into this edition of the Run for the Roses, including the return of controversial trainer Bob Baffert. The legendary figure is back in Kentucky after serving a three-year suspension following the infamous conclusion to the 2021 derby.