Kentucky Derby Expert Picks, Odds and News

Coach Hubert Davis has signed a two-year contract extension with the University of North Carolina, keeping him in charge of the Tar Heels through the 2029-30 season. With a significant pay raise, Davis will earn an average of $3.2 million annually, a substantial increase from the $2 million he previously made. This is especially important for March Madness Betting, as the coach's continuity signals stability and growth for the team.

A field of six 3-year-olds is set to contest the Grade 2, $300,000 San Felipe Stakes at Santa Anita Park. This key prep race for the Kentucky Derby offers qualifying points on a 50-25-15-10-5 scale, although new rules could reduce the total available points if scratches occur.

The road to the Kentucky Derby makes another key stop this weekend with the Grade 2, $415,000 Fountain of Youth Stakes at Gulfstream Park. As one of the Kentucky Derby Prep Races, this 1 1/16-mile event will award 50-25-15-10-5 qualifying points to the top five finishers. The race has drawn a competitive field of eight, featuring multiple stakes winners and promising newcomers looking to establish themselves on the Derby trail.

On Tuesday night, the University of Kansas basketball team suffered one of its most painful defeats in recent years. The Jayhawks, currently ranked No. 23, were crushed by BYU 91- 57, marking their most significant margin of defeat under coach Bill Self.This loss, which followed a previous 85-51 defeat to USC in the 2021 NCAA Tournament, signals a new phase of struggles for the Jayhawks, who had started the season as the No. 1 team in the AP Top 25 poll. This puts the March Madness Betting in a good position for BYU.

Denzel Aberdeen and Thomas Haugh shone with historic performances for the Florida Gators, leading their team to an 88-67 victory over South Carolina. With 22 and 20 points, respectively, both players reached career highs, showing that the team is in impressive form as they continue to rise in the March Madness Betting.