2026 Kentucky Derby horses, odds, predictions, posts: Expert who nailed 12 Derby-Oaks Doubles shares picks
The 2026 Kentucky Derby features a notable father-son trainer duo, with Hall of Famer Bill Mott and his son Riley Mott each entering horses, including Chief Wallabee, Albus, and Incredibolt. Expert handicapper Jody Demling, who has successfully predicted 12 Derby-Oaks doubles, shares his picks ahead of the May 2 race at Churchill Downs. Despite Renegade being the 4-1 favorite, Demling is fading him due to past losses and competition concerns. Instead, he highlights The Puma at 10-1 and a yet-unnamed longshot as strong betting opportunities.
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2026 Kentucky Derby horses, odds, predictions, posts: Expert who nailed 12 Derby-Oaks Doubles shares picks Jody Demling, who nailed a $1,682 Kentucky Derby superfecta last year, reveals his 2026 Kentucky Derby picks for the Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 2 at Churchill Downs By Ross Kelly Apr 28, 2026 at 7:52 pm ET • 3 min read Imagn Images When it comes to making Kentucky Derby picks, pedigree is often brought up in regard to horses and their lineage. However, pedigree also applies to a pair of trainers in the 2026 Kentucky Derby field, as they are father and son. Hall of Famer Bill Mott is saddling Chief Wallabee, while Bill's son, Riley Mott, has two Kentucky Derby 2026 starters.
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