Kentucky Derby AI prediction simulation: Winner, results for 2026 race

Microsoft Copilot's AI chatbot simulated the 2026 Kentucky Derby and predicted Further Ado to win with 7-1 odds. The AI-generated results listed the top three finishers as Further Ado, Chief Wallabee, and The Puma.
USA TODAY Sports asked Microsoft Copilot's AI chatbot to simulate the 2026 Kentucky Derby. The AI used the latest odds and conditions to predict the winner. Further Ado was predicted to win with 7-1 odds. The top three finishers were Further Ado, Chief Wallabee (9-1), and The Puma (8-1). The 2026 Kentucky Derby is scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 2, at Churchill Downs. The event will be broadcast on NBC and streamed on Peacock.
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