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The biggest day in horse racing is quickly approaching, as the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby will take place this weekend.
The race is always notable for more than just the race itself, as it is a week-long event culminating in a star-studded affair full of celebrities and fashion. Known for mint juleps, fancy hats and roses, the Kentucky Derby has established a brand beyond horse-racing.
Of course, once the race begins, it provides "the fastest two minutes in sports," and the start of Triple Crown season in the sport. Once the winner crosses the finish line, that horse will have its name etched in the sport's history.
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Therefore, the Kentucky Derby is always a hot ticket, with celebrities from all over making the trip to witness history. Here's a look at what it will cost to get into Churchill Downs this year.
Kentucky Derby tickets 2025
According to StubHub, the difference in ticket prices for the Kentucky derby range all the way up to over $10,000.
The most expensive re-sale tickets for the first leg of the Triple Crown is $11,613, which provides an uninterrupted view from Spires Terrace. On the other hand, the cheapest tickets on StubHub to get into Churchill Downs is $120, which gets viewers into the infield on general admission.
There's also a variety of prices within the range of the cheapest and most expensive tickets. Level 100 tickets range from $482 all the way up to $2,300, while level 200 tickets cost anywhere from $726 to $1,234.
Additionally, there are still tickets available on Ticketmaster, with general admission prices at either $220 or $471, and reserved seating available between $600 and $2,500.
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Kentucky Derby post positions and odds
The post positions draw for the Kentucky Derby was held on Saturday, April 26.
This year, Journalism is the favorite entering the race, as the only horse with odds better than 5-1. However, a few horses are not far behind and are likely to give Journalism a run for the top spot.
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Here's a look at where the horses will lineup and the odds for this year's race.
| Post Position | Horse | Odds |
| 1. | Citizen Bull | 20-1 |
| 2. | Neoequos | 30-1 |
| 3. | Final Gambit | 30-1 |
| 4. | American Promise | 30-1 |
| 5. | Admire Daytona | 30-1 |
| 6. | Luxor Cafe | 15-1 |
| 7. | Journalism | 3-1 |
| 8. | Burnham Square | 12-1 |
| 9. | Grande | 10-1 |
| 10. | Flying Mohawk | 30-1 |
| 11. | East Avenue | 20-1 |
| 12. | Publisher | 20-1 |
| 13. | Tiztastic | 20-1 |
| 14. | Render Judgment | 30-1 |
| 15. | Coal Battle | 30-1 |
| 16. | Sandman | 6-1 |
| 17. | Sovereignty | 5-1 |
| 18. | Chunk of Gold | 30-1 |
| 19. | Owen Almighty | 30-1 |
| 20. | Baeza* | 12-1* |
*Baeza was added to the field after Rodriguez was scratched on Thursday
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