What channel is the Preakness Stakes on? Post time, live stream, horses and more to watch 2026 Triple Crown race
The second leg of the triple crown is Saturday at a new, temporary location. Here's when and where to watch.
What channel is the Preakness Stakes on? Post time, live stream, horses and more to watch 2026 Triple Crown race originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here .
The 151st edition of the Preakness Stakes will take place this Saturday in Baltimore at Laurel Park race course. Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo is officially bypassing the middle jewel of the series, leaving the spotlight wide open after his dominant performance at Churchill Downs. The absence of the field's biggest star changes the tactical landscape for the remaining 3-year-olds, as trainers and jockeys adjust their strategies for the 1 3/16-mile sprint.
While the bid for history is off the table, the stakes remains high for a field of hungry challengers looking to claim a classic victory. Charm City is still set for a high-octane afternoon as a new favorite emerges to lead the charge toward the finish line in one of racing's most storied traditions. Here's how to tune into the Preakness Stakes on Saturday.
What channel is the Preakness Stakes on today? TV channel: NBC Live stream: DIRECTV | Peacock The 151st Preakness Stakes will air nationally on NBC. Mike Tirico is set to return for the broadcast as the host.