Cherie DeVaux has etched her name into the history books as the first female trainer to win the “Run for the Roses.” In a heart-pounding finish at the 152nd Kentucky Derby, Golden Tempo (#19) surged from the back of the pack under jockey Jose Ortiz to hunt down the favorite and secure the victory at 24-1 odds.
With the morning scratch of The Puma (#9) and a massive 70-1 longshot hitting the board for third, today’s payouts are some of the highest we’ve seen in years.
2026 Kentucky Derby Official Results & Order of Finish
Here are the 2026 Kentucky Derby Official Results & order of finish from Saturday.
- Golden Tempo (#19) – Winner
- Renegade (#1) – Runner-up
- Ocelli (#22) – 70-1 Longshot
- Chief Wallabee (#12)
- Danon Bourbon (#7)
$2.00 Wagering Payouts
| Bet Type | Winning Combo | Payout |
| Win (#19) | Golden Tempo | $48.24 |
| Place (#19) | Golden Tempo | $19.14 |
| Show (#19) | Golden Tempo | $11.90 |
| Place (#1) | Renegade | $7.14 |
| Show (#1) | Renegade | $5.45 |
| Show (#22) | Ocelli | $36.34 |
Exotic Payouts (The Big Money)
- $2.00 Exacta (19-1): $278.86
- $1.00 Trifecta (19-1-22): $11,250.78
- $1.00 Superfecta (19-1-22-12): $94,489.95
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2026 Kentucky Derby FAQ
Who won the 2026 Kentucky Derby?
Golden Tempo (#19) won the 152nd Kentucky Derby. Trained by Cherie DeVaux and ridden by jockey Jose Ortiz, the colt surged from the back of the pack to win at 24-1 odds.
Who is the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby?
Cherie DeVaux became the first female trainer in history to win the Kentucky Derby with Golden Tempo’s victory in 2026. Prior to this, no woman had ever saddled a winner in the 152-year history of the race.
What were the payouts for the 2026 Kentucky Derby?
Golden Tempo paid $48.24 to win on a $2.00 bet. The $1.00 Trifecta paid a massive $11,250.78 thanks to a 70-1 longshot, Ocelli, finishing in third place.
Why was the 2026 Kentucky Derby field only 19 horses?
While the Derby usually features a 20-horse field, The Puma (#9) was a late “morning-of” scratch due to leg swelling. Because the scratch happened after the deadline, no also-eligible horses could draw in, leaving an empty stall in the starting gate.
Horse Racing Resources
If you’re following the quest for the 2026 Triple Crown, stay updated with our signature printable schedules and betting guides:
- 2026 Preakness Stakes Schedule – The “Middle Jewel” moves to Laurel Park on Saturday, May 16, while Pimlico undergoes renovations.
- 2026 Belmont Stakes Saratoga Guide – The final leg returns to Saratoga on Saturday, June 6, at a special 1 1/4-mile distance.
- Kentucky Derby Day Full Schedule – Recap the post times and results from the full 14-race card at Churchill Downs.
