2026 Kentucky Derby: Everything to know for first leg of Triple Crown
The 152nd annual Run for the Roses is set for May 2 at Churchill Downs in Louisville. Here's all the info you need for this year's Kentucky Derby.
Kentucky Derby week has arrived and " the greatest two minutes in sports " is now less than a week away. As the first leg of the American horse racing Triple Crown , the Kentucky Derby is the most-watched and highest-attended horse race in the United States. This year's running at historic Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, will be the 152nd in the race's illustrious history.
Arkansas Derby winner and prerace favorite Renegade will start from the rail after drawing the No. 1 post position. Commandment, fresh off a Florida Derby victory, and The Puma are also top contenders.
Here's everything to know ahead of the 152nd Run for the Roses. Kentucky Derby 2026: TV, streaming and where to watch When: Saturday, May 2 Coverage starts : 2:30 p. m.
ET Post time: 6:57 p. m. ET Where: Churchill Downs; Louisville, Kentucky TV: NBC Streaming: Peacock How are starting positions decided in 2026 Kentucky Derby?
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