2024 Epsom Derby Betting Offers & Expert Tips

Auguste Rodin

This is not a particularly difficult shout, as Auguste Rodin is favourite in the latest Epsom Derby betting odds and the pick of many horse race betting experts. The horse has proven class, showcased in October at the G1 Vertem Futurity Stakes in Doncaster. And as we mentioned earlier in this Epsom Derby betting review, the winner of that race is always a favourite.

But for us, it’s the trainer who is even more convincing. Aidan O’Brien has presided over a record-breaking eight winners at Derby over the last two decades. Can he strike for a ninth time?

Bet on Auguste Rodin at 888sport (11/4)

Al Riffa

Those put off by the already-short odds of Auguste Rodin may find value in backing Al Riffa, ironically trained by Aidan O’Brien’s son, Joseph. The two-time former winner will have glorious memories of the Epsom Derby from his time as a jockey, and it’s clear that horse racing is in his blood. But can he dethrone his own father in the training arena?

Some questions linger over whether Al Riffa has what it takes to hold out for the mile and a half, but the horse’s form in a win at the G1 Vincent O’Brien National Stakes win gives a lot of reason to believe.

Bet on Al Riffa at bet365 (14/1)

Silver Knott

Drag your eyes away from the O’Brien super stable and you’ll see that Charlie Appleby is just as active, with the likes of Imperial Emperor and Flying Honours in the running.

But it’s Silver Knott who our experts are putting under the lens, largely due to a very impressive showing at the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf. Ultimately, Silver Knott just missed out, and while this could be a sign of weakness it also means that the odds are significantly lengthened.

If you’re in the market for a horse which has all the potential to win if it can just overcome O’Brien’s favourites, Silver Knott deserves to be in your thinking.

Bet on Silver Knott at 888sport (20/1)

Welcome Offers

Welcome packages can consist of free bets on the Epsom Derby, first deposit bonuses, and more. If you’re looking to sign up at a new betting site for the Epsom Derby, make sure you choose one with an offer which is valid on this race.

Price Boosts

For a limited time, price boosts will give you better odds than were previously available. For example, if Auguste Rodin is 3/1 to win the Epsom Derby, betting odds could be increased to 5/1 with a price boost.

Best Odds Guaranteed

This particular Epsom Derby offer is excellent if you’re placing your bets early. With best odds guaranteed, if your horse is available at a higher starting price than the odds you received, you’ll be paid at the better odds.

Extra Places

Another betting offer which is ideal for the Epsom Derby due to the number of runners in the race. Extra places paid means you’ll get paid for each-way bets in more positions. For example, if most bookies are paying out the top five positions, a site with extra places paid may offer six or seven.

Non-Runner No Bet

If you’re placing a large sum, especially on a favourite for the Epsom Derby, non-runner no bet could provide some important insurance. If, for any reason, your horse doesn’t participate, you’ll receive a full refund of your stake.

Leading Jockey

Lester Piggott is the all-time star jockey in the Epsom Derby race with nine victories. Remarkably, these wins were spread over 29 years, starting with Never Say Die in 1954 and ending with Teenoso in 1983, demonstrating his immense longevity.

Leading Trainer

It’s that man again. Aiden O’Brien is the current record holder for Epsom Derby winners having managed his way to eight wins. That includes that famous victory as his son Joseph romped home on Camelot, becoming the first father-son duo to take down the Epsom Derby.

Leading Owner

Sue Magnier and Michael Tabor hold the record for the most wins as owners (or joint-owners) including recent wins with Wings of Eagles (2017), Anthony Van Dyck (2019) and Serpentine (2020) as part of the popular ‘super stables’ which produce regular winners.

Fastest Winning Time

At 2:31:33, the name Workforce was the perfect fit for a new winning-time record at the Epsom Derby. That horse was trained in 2010 by Sir Michael Stoute, who recently won it again in 2022.

Widest Winning Margin

You have to go back to 1981 to find the most one-sided victory in Epsom Derby history as Shergar eased home at a distance of 10 lengths. A hot 10/11 favourite, the horse was trained by Sir Michael Stoute – once again demonstrating his pedigree in the Epsom Derby.

Longest Odds Winners

Imagine backing a 100/1 horse and it landing in your next Epsom Derby bet! That’s exactly what happened not once, not twice, but three times in the past. It was quite some time ago, though, with outsiders Jeddah (1898), Signorinetta (1908) and Aboyeur (1913) all taking the crown at triple-digit odds.

Shortest Odds Winner

Conversely, there was no upset when Ladas won this prestigious race back in 1894. Epsom Derby betting saw odds as short as 2/9 ahead of the race. As unappealing as that may sound, it still proved a savvy bet as the thoroughbred – who was famously owned by then-Prime Minister Lord Rosebery – delivered the goods.