Golden Tempo Wins Kentucky Derby at 24-1 Odds, DeVaux Makes History

Golden Tempo, with odds of 24-1, won the 152nd Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 02, 2026. Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train a Derby winner. The horse made a late surge from the back of the pack to secure victory, finishing ahead of second-place Renegade, which had odds of 5-1, and third-place Ocelli at 70-1. This historic win could impact future perceptions and opportunities for women in horse racing training and ownership.