The 152nd Kentucky Derby, also known as the 'Run for the Roses' and 'Fastest Two Minutes in Sports,' will take place on May 2, 2026, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.
The event marks the beginning of the prestigious Triple Crown, a series of three races that includes the Preakness Stakes and the Belmont Stakes.
This year's edition promises to be as thrilling as ever with a competitive field of 20 horses, each with its own unique odds and potential.
The race will be broadcast on NBC starting at 2:30pm ET, with streaming available on Peacock from noon ET.
The winner of the Kentucky Derby will earn its connections a massive $3.1 million, while the runner-up takes home $1 million.
The Kentucky Derby is not just a standalone race, but the opening chapter of horse racing's greatest challenge: the Triple Crown.
