Bob Baffert, a prominent figure in horse racing, will compete in the 2026 Kentucky Derby with two horses, Litmus Test and Potente, as he targets a record-breaking seventh victory. Baffert, who shares the record of six Derby wins with legendary trainer Ben Jones, aims to surpass this milestone after a three-year ban due to a doping scandal involving his horse Medina Spirit. In 2025, Baffert returned to the Derby with Citizen Bull and Rodriguez, but neither horse performed well. For the upcoming race, Potente is seen as the stronger contender with 23/1 odds, while Litmus Test is considered an outsider at 34/1. Despite their long odds, Baffert's extensive experience at Churchill Downs could lead to unexpected outcomes. The Derby is set to begin at 6:57 pm ET, and a win would solidify Baffert's place in history as the most successful trainer in Derby lore.