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Golden Tempo Wins Kentucky Derby 2026

Golden Tempo won the 152nd Kentucky Derby at 23-1 odds, with trainer Cherie DeVaux making history as the first woman to win the Run for the Roses.

In a stunning upset at 23-1 odds, Golden Tempo captured the 152nd Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. The victory marked history as trainer Cherie DeVaux became the first female trainer to win the prestigious race in her first Derby attempt. playerbros.org

The 3-year-old colt outpaced competitors including Renegade and Ocelli in the 1¼-mile race. The event was broadcast nationally on NBC and Peacock, drawing viewers for the "Run for the Roses" tradition.