The 149th running of the Kentucky Derby takes place Saturday, May 6, 2023 at Churchill Downs. Post time is scheduled for 6:57 p.m. on NBC. John Clay and Ben Roberts of the Lexington Herald-Leader and Kentucky.com handicap the race. They talk favorites, longshots, pace scenarios, betting strategies and more. For more Kentucky Derby coverage visit www.kentucky.com.

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