Exclusive Livestream
Kentucky Derby:
Live w/ Duke & Paul Matties
Two Hall of Fame horseplayers in one room, breaking down the Kentucky Derby live and giving you the edge you need on the biggest race day of the year.
Thursday, April 30th • 5pm PT
THE WEEKEND
Two Race Days. One Breakdown.
Duke and Paul go live on April 30th to break down every angle — the night before the Oaks and two nights before the Derby.
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thursday, APRIL 30
Duke's Picks
Livestream
Duke & Paul Matties break down every angle of the Oaks and Derby — pace, class, bias, and who to bet. Live Q&A included.
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friday, may 1
Kentucky
Oaks
Race day access to the Duke's Picks VIP community — Duke & Paul post live updates, answer questions, and keep you sharp from morning line to finish line.
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saturday, may 2
Kentucky
Derby
Race day access to the Duke's Picks VIP community — Duke & Paul post live updates, answer questions, and keep you sharp from morning line to finish line.
YOUR HOSTS
Duke & Paul Matties
Two of the sharpest minds in horse racing — brothers, professionals, and now together live on Duke's Picks for Kentucky Derby weekend.
HOST & FOUNDER
Duke
Matties
PROFESSIONAL HORSEPLAYER
One of the most respected horseplayers in the country. Duke has spent three decades studying the game — pace, class, bias, form cycles — and translating that knowledge into wins at the window. Inducted into the NTRA National Horseplayers Championship Hall of Fame in 2024.
30+
YEARS Experience
NHC
HALL OF FAME
$700K+
Tournament Earnings
Special guest
Paul
Matties
professional horseplayer
Duke's brother and a serious horseplayer in his own right. Paul brings a complementary eye to the game — different angles, different instincts, same level of obsession. He and Duke have appeared together on major racing shows and now bring that chemistry to Duke's Picks for the biggest race weekend of the year.
30+
Years Experience
NHC
HALL OF FAME
NHC Winner
2016
WHAT'S COVERED
Everything You Need Before the Gates Open
Six topics. Two experts. All weekend. Here's exactly what Duke and Paul will break down on April 30th.
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Kentucky Oaks Breakdown
This isn't like every other Oaks breakdown you've seen. This is Duke and Paul the night before the Derby telling you exactly how they're setting up for the weekend.
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Kentucky Derby Deep Dive
This isn't your typical Derby breakdown. Duke and Paul walk you through the races they like and exactly how they plan to play them.
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Track Bias & Conditions
Churchill Downs has tendencies. Duke & Paul will cover what to watch for and how late-breaking information on the track could change everything.
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Live Q&A With Duke and Paul
Ask your questions live. Both Duke and Paul will take questions from attendees — a rare chance to get two sharp minds on the biggest race weekend of the year.
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Betting Strategy
Not just who to bet. But, how to bet. Exactas, trifectas, Pick 3s. Duke & Paul walks through how he structures his tickets for maximum value on a day like this.
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VIP Access All Weekend
Following the stream, Duke & Paul's official insights for both days will be posted inside the VIP community for members to reference on race day.
TESTIMONIALS
What Others Are Saying
How Duke’s insights have helped everyday players win — and build a smarter, more profitable approach to the game.
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Steve Byk and Ken speak about how Duke's livestream helped Ken finish 2nd in the 2025 BCBC to earn $580,000.
Listen to the full interview HERE. (Ken comes on at 46:30)
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Pricing
Reserve Your Seat & Get in Early.
Kentucky Derby Livestream
$197
$147/one time
Livestream session with Duke & Paul Matties
Emphasis on Kentucky Oaks & Derby
Direct access to ask anything
How Duke & Paul structure real wagers and create value
Access to VIP for the weekend
Live Q&A at the end
Replay available
Don't wait. The $147 early access rate goes away once Derby week hits.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the livestream cover?
Duke and Paul will walk you through the races they actually like heading into Derby weekend — the angles they see, the horses they're watching, and how they plan to approach both the Oaks and the Derby. It's not a race by race rundown of every horse in the field. It's a real inside look at how two Hall of Fame horseplayers think, prepare, and bet the biggest weekend in horse racing. Live Q&A included so you can ask them anything.
Can I ask Duke and Paul questions directly?
Yes. There's a live Q&A at the end of the session where both Duke and Paul take questions from attendees in real time. You can also ask questions in the private VIP community throughout the weekend.
Where do I watch the Livestream?
Once you register, you'll receive a link to access the stream directly inside the Duke's Picks VIP community. Everything happens in one place — no separate app or platform needed. Just log in on April 30 and you're good to go.
Will a replay be available?
Yes — a replay will be available after the session so you can re-watch at your own pace before race time.
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