T​he Kentucky Derby forecast is becoming trickier, with a threat of thunderstorms poorly timed for the 150th running of the first leg of the Triple Crown Saturday evening at Churchill Downs.C​loser Look At The ForecastAfter some patchy light rain showers moved through Louisville Friday,

Depending on when you're heading to the track, you may want to bring a rain poncho with you. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The 150th running of the Kentucky Oaks and Derby is going to feature a polarity of weather. We expect wet weather Friday, but a drier and more pleasant day Saturday.

Kentucky Derby contender Just Steel on the track for a workout Thursday morning at Churchill Downs April 25, 2024 in Louisville, Ky. Trainer for Just Steel is D. Wayne Lukas. It’s Lukas’ first Derby since 2018. He’s won four Kentucky Derbys, six Preakness Stakes and four Belmont Stakes.

The last sloppy track for the Derby was in 2019, when Country House was declared the winner after a 22-minute review by the stewards. Maximum Security crossed the line first, but was disqualified for interference.