Horses come in all shapes, colors and sizes. Some have pronounced blazes or unique patterns. But most of the horses — and winners — in the Kentucky Derby tend to be bay or chestnut. Only eight gray or ...

For the amateur Kentucky Derby bettor, horse color might be more important than pedigree, past performances or track conditions. It’s that group the adage “always bet the gray” appeals to. For the ...

This is not the story for anyone looking for substantive handicapping advice for the 2025 Kentucky Derby. You can find that advice from the Herald-Leader’s group of horse racing experts elsewhere.

The 152nd edition of the Kentucky Derby will be held today at the famous Churchill Downs. A total of 20 horses will race for a huge prize of $5 million. This race is the first step in the Triple Crown ...

Only three grey horses have won the Grand National since it began in 1839, with a total of four victories between them. The Lamb won twice, in 1868 and 1871. Exactly 90 years passed before the next ...

Great White was added to the 2026 Kentucky Derby field from the also-eligible list. Three gray or roan horses are entered in the 2026 Derby; the last gray winner was 2005. Fulleffort won the Jeff Ruby ...