The Santa Anita Derby is set to run this Saturday, April 4th at Santa Anita Park. The race has a post time of 4:46pm PST with a field of 7 horses expected to battle for the $500,000 purse.
On this page we cover the options Canadians have for betting on the Santa Anita Derby, the morning line odds for the race, and a step by step guide to placing your bets.
Where Can Canadians Bet On The Santa Anita Derby?
Horse racing betting is legal across Canada and is regulated federally by the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency. Here are the main ways to bet on the Santa Anita Derby.
HPIbet
HPIbet is the online pari-mutuel wagering platform operated by Woodbine Entertainment. It takes bets on races at Woodbine and Woodbine Mohawk Park, along with major tracks around the world, and offers the full range of horse racing bets including win/place/show, exactors and triactors.
At The Track or a Teletheatre
You can also bet in person at the racetrack or at one of the off-track teletheatre locations across Canada.
International Sportsbooks
Many Canadians also use international sportsbooks for horse racing, but these sites are not licensed by Canadian regulators, which means there is no Canadian regulator to turn to if there is a dispute over a bet or a withdrawal.
Santa Anita Derby Morning Line Odds
Here are the post positions and morning line odds for the 2026 Santa Anita Derby. These odds were set in the middle of the week prior to the race. The true odds on race day will be determined by the amount of money wagered on each horse.
- Cherokee Nation 5-2
- Potente 2-1
- Vitruvian Man 15-1
- Robusta 8-1
- So Happy 7-2
- Start the Ride 30-1
- Intrepido 7-2
Potente is the favorite with odds of 2-1, while Cherokee Nation (5-2), So Happy (7-2), and Intrepido (7-2) are also serious contenders. If one of these four horses did not win the race it would be considered a surprise.
Bet On The Santa Anita Derby in Canada – Step By Step
Whichever option you choose, the process of getting started is similar. Here’s a general guide.
Step 1. Choose Where To Bet
Decide which option fits how you want to bet. HPIbet is the regulated way to bet online on Canadian racing, while the track and teletheatres are an option if you’d rather bet in person. Review the options above before signing up.
Step 2. Check The Age Rules
You must be of legal age to bet on horse racing in your province. Online wagering sites will ask you to confirm your age and location when you sign up.
Step 3. Create and Verify Your Account
Sign up with your legal name, date of birth and address. Regulated platforms are required to verify your identity, so you may be asked for a photo of your ID.
Step 4. Fund Your Account
Deposit using one of the platform’s payment methods, which commonly include Interac e-Transfer and debit cards. Check how withdrawals work, and how long they take, before you deposit.
Step 5. Find The Santa Anita Derby and Place Your Bets
Find Santa Anita Park in the list of tracks and select race #10 (post time 4:46pm PT) on April 4th. Choose the type of bet you want to make (win, place, show, exactor, triactor, etc.), select your horses, enter your wager amounts and confirm your bets.
Step 6. Set Limits
Decide on a budget before the race and stick to it. Most regulated platforms let you set deposit limits in your account settings. If betting stops being fun, contact your provincial problem gambling helpline for free, confidential support.
Check out our horse racing section for further details of the different bets you can make on the race.
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