Why Renegade's Kentucky Derby post position won't take him out of race
Renegade, the morning line favorite for the 2026 Kentucky Derby, drew the No. 1 post position, traditionally seen as a disadvantage, but his closer running style may mitigate the challenge. The race is expected to favor deep closers due to a balanced field with various running styles, leading to an honest pace. Historical trends like the difficulty of winning from post 1 are being reconsidered as recent Derby winners have defied traditional expectations.
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