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The Kentucky Derby is often referred to as "The Fastest Two Minutes in Sports" and with good reason - few events are more compelling to watch, or to bet on every year. Here's everything novice bettors need to know to lay a few bucks down on the big race.
This Saturday 20 horses will enter the gate at the 2018 Kentucky Derby, looking to win the first leg of the Triple Crown.
Often called "The Fastest Two Minutes in Sports," the Kentucky Derby is one of the most compelling events of the year, for both casual viewers and even more so for bettors.
Betting on horse racing can be intimidating - filled with insider language and with so many ways to bet, it's not surprising that some might be hesitant to head to the betting window. But you shouldn't be!
Gambling on horses is surprisingly easy, extremely fun, and offers bettors the rare option of winning a lot of money with a minimal bet, should they be lucky enough to have an eye for the right horses on a given day.
Below, we'll go through everything you need to know so you can head to the betting window with confidence and hopefully make some money on the "Run for the Roses" this Saturday.