India, May 1 -- The first Saturday in May belongs to one race. On May 2, 2026, Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky will host the 152nd Kentucky Derby, the most celebrated and storied race in American horse racing. It is also known as the "Run for the Roses" and famously called the "Fastest Two Minutes in Sports," the Kentucky Derby marks the beginning of horse racing's prestigious Triple Crown. This year's edition promises to be as thrilling as ever with a competitive field of 20 horses.

The race will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Churchill Downs in Louisville in Kentucky, with a scheduled post time of 6:57pm ET. Television coverage will be broadcast on NBC starting at 2:30pm ET while streaming will be available on Peacock w...