Update: The National Weather Service on Saturday morning says showers are still likely on Kentucky Derby day—mostly after 2 p.m. There's a 60-percent chance of showers during the day and an 80-percent chance of showers Saturday evening. The high temperature is expected to be near 64 degrees.
Earlier: Heading to the Kentucky Derby on Saturday? Be prepared to be rained on.
In a new online ad, Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell says the annual Kentucky Derby demonstrates the focus and determination of the state he represents.
The spot is being released on the eve of the Triple Crown and is narrated by the GOP leader, who compares the horse race to the spirit of Kentuckians.
"The twin spires of Churchill Downs host the world's finest horses. But it's a race where the horses tell us as much about a people as they do about themselves. If you listen closely, you can hear the story of Kentucky in the thunder of their hooves. Each stride reflects the focus of a people determined to succeed," says McConnell.
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McConnell campaign manager Jesse Benton says it is the latest example their "commitment to being the most innovative Senate campaign in history."
Black Onyx is a late scratch from Saturday's Kentucky Derby.
Jockey Joe Bravo was slated to ride the Kelly Breen-trained 50-1 shot out of the first post position.
Race stewards have decided to leave the No. 1 slot in the gate open. The 19 remaining horses in the race will start from their post positions drawn on Wednesday.
