Results for: Kentucky Derby

On Saturday, May 4, 2024, the 150th edition of the Kentucky Derby will take place at Churchill Downs. The race, known as “The Run for the Roses,” is the first leg of the Triple Crown, and all eyes will be on Fierceness, the morning line favorite. With jockey John R. Velazquez and trainer Todd Pletcher, Fierceness will attempt to become the first horse to win from Post 17. Live coverage of the Kentucky Derby will begin on NBC at 2:30 p.m. ET/11:30 a.m. PT, with the race scheduled for approximately 6:57 p.m. ET/3:57 p.m. PT. You can watch the Derby on NBC Sports app, NBCSports.com, Peacock, YouTube TV, Fubo, Sling TV, Hulu with Live TV, and more.

The 2024 Kentucky Derby will take place on Saturday, May 4th at 6:57 p.m. ET. The race will be televised on NBC, and there will also be undercard races televised on USA Network starting at 12:00 p.m. ET. If you don’t have cable or access to those channels, there are a number of ways to watch a live stream of the Kentucky Derby, including three different free options.

Fubo, YouTube TV, and DirecTV Stream all offer a free trial that allows you to watch the Kentucky Derby and all of the prep races without paying anything. The Fubo free trial lasts for seven days, while YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream each give you five days for free.

If you’ve already used up your free trials for Fubo, DirecTV Stream, and YouTube TV, you can still watch the Kentucky Derby on Peacock with a subscription to their “Premier” plan, which costs just $6 per month or $60 for the year.

The 2023 Kentucky Derby will feature a record-breaking $2 million increase in prize money, making it the richest Derby ever. The race, which will be held on Saturday, May 6 at 6:57 p.m. Eastern on NBC, will feature a field of 20 horses, including morning line favorite Fierceness and second choice Sierra Leone. Here’s a breakdown of the field and their chances of winning the Run for the Roses:

Churchill Downs Racetrack announces a partnership with The Unwell Network, founded by the #1 female podcaster in the world, Alex Cooper. This collaboration brings a fresh and engaging activation to the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby, enhancing the race day experience for fans and pop culture enthusiasts. Fans can expect exclusive giveaways, intimate discussions, and a Q&A session with Cooper and her mega-viral friend Alix, offering a one-of-a-kind glimpse into the Derby’s fashion, food, and behind-the-scenes preparations. Additional brand activations in the Infield include an Old Forester bar with DJ entertainment, White Claw art installation, Q Mixers cocktail club, and more.

Frankie Dettori, the legendary Italian jockey, has secured a ride in the prestigious Kentucky Derby on May 4th. He will partner with Society Man, a 40-1 chance trained by Danny Gargan, in the quest to win the ‘Run for the Roses’ at Churchill Downs. Society Man qualified for the race after a second-place finish in the Grade 2 Wood Memorial at Aqueduct. Dettori’s participation marks his return to the Kentucky Derby since 2007, when he finished sixth with Godolphin’s China Visit. With his illustrious career spanning nearly all the sport’s biggest races, Dettori aims to add the Kentucky Derby to his impressive resume.

British jockey Ben Curtis has secured his first mount in the prestigious Kentucky Derby, which takes place on May 4th. Curtis, who has ridden over 1,000 winners in Britain, made the move to the United States last year to pursue his dreams. He has since ridden 43 winners at Fair Grounds in New Orleans and will now partner with Honor Marie in the Kentucky Derby.