On May 2nd, the runner and gate numbers were confirmed for the G1 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. Trainer Yahagi commented on Continuar drawing gate 20, saying, "I keep getting outer gates. I feel like I'm haunted. It's not a good gate because there're not many options for the horse."

Meanwhile, assistant trainer Tanaka commented on gate 17 drawn by Derma Sotogake, saying, "I think he can race successfully eyeballing the inside horses."

On May 2nd, both Japanese representatives for this year's running of America's greatest race undertook light cantering work on the dirt course at Churchill Downs.