LIVE Kentucky Derby 2026: Horses, odds, picks, exclusive interviews, and analysis
May 02, 2026
Welcome to our live coverage of Kentucky Derby 2026!
The mint juleps are flowing, the hats are out in full force, and we are just hours away from the 'Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports.' This year’s Kentucky Derby 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable, with a field of 20 that lacks a runaway superstar but is overflowing with depth and talent.
Whether you’re a seasoned handicapper or just here for the spectacle, we’ve got you covered with real-time updates, expert picks, and all the Kentucky Derby 2026 horses to go over.
Stay tuned right here as we bring you every moment of the action from Churchill Downs!
Let the races begin!
INDEX
Special Guest Schedule | Kentucky Oaks Day Post Times
Kentucky Derby Schedule of Special Guests
12:30 PM -- 1:30 PM | Vance
1:30 PM -- 2:30 PM | Dean
2:30 PM -- 3:30 PM | Vance
3:30 PM -- 4:30 PM | Keeler
4:30 PM -- 5:30 PM | Kellie
Kentucky Derby Day Post Times
| Race | Time |
| Derby City Distaff | 12:38 PM |
| Twin Spires Turf Spirint Stakes (G2) | 1:12 PM |
| Knicks Go Overnight Stakes | 1:53 PM |
| Churchill Distaff Turf Mile Stakes (G2) | 2:38 PM |
| Pat Day Mile Stakes (G2) | 3:23 PM |
| American Turf Stakes (G1) | 4:06 PM |
| Churchill Downs Stakes (G1) | 4:50 PM |
| Old Forester Bourbon Turf Clasic Stakes (G1) | 5:39 PM |
| Kentucky Derby (G1) | 6:57 PM |
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