Kentucky Derby pick to win: Renegade is the favorite, but a 15-1 longshot is the choice

The 152nd Kentucky Derby is set to take place with Renegade listed as the 4-1 favorite, joined by top-tier contenders Commandment (6-1), Chief Wallabee (8-1), The Puma (10-1), and Further Ado (6-1). However, Yahoo Sports writer Dan Wolken is backing Emerging Market, a 15-1 longshot, as his pick to win the race. Emerging Market has reportedly been impressive in the lead-up to the event, which is scheduled for late April 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky.