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Betting Insider Recommends Canaletto Over Derby Favorite Paladin

2/23/2026

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Summary

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Jody Demling, a racing analyst, advises bettors to look beyond Paladin and consider Canaletto at 15-1.
Paladin remains the 9-1 favorite after winning key races.
The 2026 Kentucky Derby is set for May 2, 2026, and odds may shift as qualifying races unfold.
Demling's track record in predicting Derby outcomes lends weight to considering futures bets.

History

Historical Context

The Kentucky Derby, first held on May 17, 1875, was organized by Meriwether Lewis Clark Jr. after his visits to England's Epsom Derby. Attracting over 10,000 spectators, it marked the beginning of a significant American horse racing tradition. Today, the Derby remains a cultural and economic staple, with purses reaching $3 million in 2019, reflecting its evolution into a major gambling event.

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Story summary

Jody Demling, a racing analyst, advises bettors to look beyond Paladin and consider Canaletto at 15-1.
Paladin remains the 9-1 favorite after winning key races.
The 2026 Kentucky Derby is set for May 2, 2026, and odds may shift as qualifying races unfold.
Demling's track record in predicting Derby outcomes lends weight to considering futures bets.

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