The 2026 Kentucky Derby saw five horses scratched, tying the all-time record set in 1936 and matched in 2023. The Puma, a top contender, was withdrawn hours before post time due to leg swelling from a ...

The 152nd Kentucky Derby saw five horses scratched, matching the all-time record set in 1936 and tied in 2023. Four withdrawals occurred before race day, with The Puma’s late scratch and Great White’s ...