India, May 3 -- The 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby featured a packed field at Churchill Downs, but one notable detail stands out heading into race day - there are no female jockeys competing in this year's Run for the Roses. Only six women have ridden in the Kentucky Derby throughout the race's long history, and the 2026 edition will once again feature an all-male jockey lineup.

However, female representation still made headlines at Churchill Downs thanks to trainer Cherie DeVaux, who entered the Derby with Golden Tempo and a chance to make history.

DeVaux arrived at Churchill Downs aiming to become the first woman ever to train a Kentucky Derby winner. Golden Tempo broke from Post 19 with jockey Jose Ortiz aboard as DeVaux made he...