Derby 2026: Favorites, longshots, and a pro's exotic-bet plan
SportsLine’s Kentucky Derby 2026 preview lists Renegade as the 4-1 favorite, with Commandment and Further Ado at 6-1, and notes several longshots such as So Happy (15-1) and Potente (20-1); it highlights horse racing expert Jody Demling’s proven track record and his focus on a small group for exactas, trifectas and superfectas, with a potential huge payday from a double-digit longshot; full picks are behind a SportsLine membership.