Horse Racing News on April 28, 2021

Heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, who has long been a horse racing fan, will head to the Kentucky Derby this weekend to watch an entry who shares his name.

With the Kentucky Derby set to take place Saturday, here are the current odds for the 20-horse field. Essential Quality is the favorite at 2-1.

Kendrick Carmouche on Saturday will be the first Black jockey in the Kentucky Derby since 2013 and just one of a handful over the past century.