Kentucky Derby Post Time: Everything You Need to Know
About the Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby is one of the most prestigious horse races in the world. It is held annually on the first Saturday in May at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The race is 1 1/4 miles long and is open to three-year-old Thoroughbreds. The winner of the Kentucky Derby receives a trophy known as the "Run for the Roses." The race has been run since 1875 and is considered to be the first leg of the Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing. The other two legs of the Triple Crown are the Preakness Stakes and the Belmont Stakes.
2024 Kentucky Derby Post Time
The 150th Kentucky Derby will take place on Saturday, May 4, 2024, with a post time of 6:57 p.m. ET.
How to Watch the Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby will be broadcast live on NBC. You can also watch the race online at NBCSports.com or on the NBC Sports app.
Betting on the Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby is one of the most popular betting events in the world. There are many different ways to bet on the race, including win, place, show, exacta, trifecta, and superfecta bets. You can place bets at racetracks, online sportsbooks, or with bookmakers.
Kentucky Derby History
The Kentucky Derby was first run in 1875. Aristides won the inaugural race. The race was originally called the "Kentucky Derby Stakes" but was renamed to the "Kentucky Derby" in 1896. The race has been held every year since its inception, except for 1945 when it was canceled due to World War II.
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