Albus 2026 Kentucky Derby Profile, Odds, Analysis & Past Performances

Welcome to our 2026 Kentucky Derby Horse Profiles, where we break down every contender expected to enter the gate at Churchill Downs. Each profile covers past performances, running style, pedigree, and key strengths and weaknesses—giving you a complete snapshot of how every horse stacks up on racing’s biggest stage.

Albus enters the Kentucky Derby as a late-running type who does his best work from off the pace, relying on a steady closing kick rather than a quick burst of speed. He typically drops back early and looks to pass tired horses in the stretch, a style that can be effective if the race develops a fast early pace. While he may not have the flashiest résumé in the field, his grinding consistency and ability to stay on late make him an intriguing longshot who could clunk up for a share if things fall apart up front.

Projected Odds: 40-1
Breeding: (Yaupon – Adream, by Bernardini)
Trainer: Riley Mott
Jockey: Jaime Torres
Race Style: Closer
Last 3 Beyers: 83-84-73

Pros:

• Strong late-running ability if the pace up front collapses
• Can pass a lot of horses in the stretch
• Stamina helps him keep grinding through the wire

Cons:

• Needs a fast early pace to be effective
• Lacks a quick turn of foot to win most stretch duels
• Likely gives up too much ground early
• Traffic and trip issues can compromise his late run

Past Performances

Aqueduct — April 4, 2026 — Wood Memorial S. (G2)
Finish: 1st

Tampa Bay Downs — February 27, 2026 — Maiden Special Weight
Finish: 1st

Churchill Downs — November 29, 2025 — Maiden Special Weight
Finish: 3rd

Keeneland — October 16, 2025 — Maiden Special Weight
Finish: 4th

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2026 Kentucky Derby Horse Profiles

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