Road to the Kentucky Derby: Pre-Derby Analysis & Betting with Jessica Paquette and Dick Jerardi

About this episode

Ashley discusses the Kentucky Derby with experts Jessica Paquette and Dick Jerardi, analyzing the field and betting strategies.

Grab your fancy hats and mint juleps because horse racing’s biggest event is here: the Kentucky Derby! Ashley sits down with Jessica Paquette and Dick Jerardi, two big names in the Parx Racing circuit, to take an in-depth look at the Kentucky Derby field. Hear this trio break down their thoughts on who will take the crown as we get ready to head down the road to the roses! Gambling is for ages 18 and up. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & 2026 Kentucky Derby Preview Begins 00:45 – Kentucky Oaks 2026: Top Fillies & Early Favorites 03:42 – Best Oaks Bets: Sleeper Picks & Race Strategy 09:32 – Horse Racing Betting Tips: How to Bet the Oaks 13:34 – Final Kentucky Oaks Picks (Best Bets & Tickets) 16:09 – Kentucky Derby 2026 Favorites Breakdown 24:10 – Derby Longshots & International Horses to Watch 39:44 – Final Derby Picks + Where to Watch & Events

People in this episode

Host: Ashley

Guests: Jessica Paquette, Dick Jerardi

Topics covered

• Kentucky Derby
• horse racing
• betting analysis
• race strategy
• Oaks favorites
• Derby longshots

Keywords

• Kentucky Derby
• betting tips
• horse racing
• Oaks favorites
• Derby longshots
• race strategy
• Parx Racing

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Parx Racing, 1-800-GAMBLER

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