Sports Illustrated’s Pat Forde on Golden Tempo’s ‘pretty dramatic’ win at the Kentucky Derby

The 152nd Kentucky Derby, held on May 3, 2026, produced one of the most memorable races in the event's history as Golden Tempo delivered a stunning last-to-first victory. Trainer Cherie DeVaux made history by becoming the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby. Sports Illustrated's Pat Forde, who has covered 39 Kentucky Derbys, described the outcome as 'pretty dramatic' and unlike anything he had previously witnessed.