Golden Tempo stuns Kentucky Derby 2026 as Cherie DeVaux makes history
A historic roar at Churchill Downs as Golden Tempo surges in the final strides to capture the 2026 Kentucky Derby in one of the most dramatic finishes in recent memory. Ridden by jockey Jose Ortiz, Golden Tempo delivered a perfectly timed late rally, overtaking race favorite Renegade in the closing moments to win by a neck.
The victory came at 23-1 odds, turning the long shot into the headline story of the sport’s most famous race. For trainer Cherie DeVaux, the result was even more significant, as she became the first female trainer in history to win the Kentucky Derby. Her achievement adds a landmark moment to horse racing, breaking a barrier that has stood since the race’s inception in the 19th century.
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The race itself unfolded at a fast and competitive pace, with early fractions set by Six Speed before the field began to compress heading into the final turn. Golden Tempo, held back for much of the race, was positioned for a powerful stretch run and responded when Ortiz asked for acceleration down the straight.
Renegade, who broke slowly but recovered strongly, fought fiercely to the wire but ultimately had to settle for second, while Ocelli finished a distant third. The winning time of just over two minutes reflected the high intensity of the race on a fast dirt track at Churchill Downs.
Beyond the finish line, attention now shifts to the next leg of the Triple Crown, the Preakness Stakes, where the contenders will meet again on a different stage. Golden Tempo’s win also strengthens the profiles of both Phipps Stable and St. Elias Stable, as the colt improved his record to three wins in five starts.
As celebrations continue, the performance has already entered Derby history, not only for the upset but for the milestone achieved by its trainer. Stay with this channel for continuous updates as the Triple Crown season unfolds and for breaking developments from the world of horse racing as they happen.
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