Silent Tactic has withdrawn from the Kentucky Derby due to a foot injury. This opens the door for Great White to compete at Churchill Downs on May 2, 2026.
The Kentucky Derby features 20 horses competing for a total purse of $5 million. The post time is set for 6:57 p.m. ET.
Renegade stands as the favorite with odds of 4-1. Bob Baffert, a renowned trainer, has won this prestigious race a record-tying six times.
Mark Casse, trainer of Silent Tactic, stated, “You can’t run in the Kentucky Derby and not be 100%.” He added that the injury is “very slight,” which he considers good news.
The race distance is set at 1¼ miles. UK viewers can watch live coverage on Sky Sports Racing and Racing TV starting at 12 p.m. ET.
Great White’s entry into the race comes as a relief for fans eager to see competitive action at this year’s event. Observers expect high stakes as the first leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown approaches.
The Kentucky Derby is often called “the most exciting two minutes in sports.” With injuries impacting key competitors, the dynamics of this year’s race could shift dramatically.
The next updates on Silent Tactic’s condition are anticipated soon, but no specific timeline has been shared yet.
