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Renegade draws No. 1, opens as Derby morning-line favorite

PUBLISHED Apr 25, 2026, 4:22 PM ET

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Todd Pletcher's colt Renegade drew the inside No. 1 post and opened as the morning-line favorite at 4-1 for the 152nd Kentucky Derby, which is scheduled for May 2. The draw was conducted Saturday, and no horse has won the Derby from the No. 1 position since Ferdinand in 1986. This week trainers and connections reacted to the draw and updated tactics; Brad Cox has three entries with Commandment and Further Ado each listed at 6-1 on the morning line, while Fulleffort drew the far outside No. 20 post and is listed at 20-1. Officials confirmed the Kentucky Oaks runs May 1 with the Derby following on May 2.

By Michael Grant | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Renegade won the Arkansas Derby, elevating its Derby prospects.
Morning-line odds were released naming Renegade the 4-1 favorite.
Post positions were drawn; Renegade received the No. 1 inside post.
Trainers and jockeys commented on implications and tactical adjustments.
Kentucky Oaks scheduled for May 1 and Kentucky Derby for May 2.

News Intelligence

If you're a horse racing fan, Renegade's No. 1 post position could affect your betting strategy. It's been 35 years since a horse won the Derby from that spot. Also, keep an eye on Brad Cox's entries, especially Commandment and Further Ado at 6-1 odds.

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Articles Published:: 11
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 11

Who Benefited

Owners Mike Repole, Robert and Lawana Low and trainer Todd Pletcher gained attention and betting interest after Renegade opened as the morning-line favorite at 4-1 following the draw.

Who Impacted

Trainer Brad Cox expressed reservations when Fulleffort drew the outside No. 20 post, a draw he described as less favorable compared with his other entrants.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 11
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 11
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 100%, Right 0%

Who Benefited

Owners Mike Repole, Robert and Lawana Low and trainer Todd Pletcher gained attention and betting interest after Renegade opened as the morning-line favorite at 4-1 following the draw.

Who Impacted

Trainer Brad Cox expressed reservations when Fulleffort drew the outside No. 20 post, a draw he described as less favorable compared with his other entrants.