Kentucky Derby

Kentucky Derby (2017- )

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The Kentucky Derby is a horse race that is held annually in Louisville, Kentucky, United States, on the first Saturday in May, capping the two-week-long Kentucky Derby Festival. NBC currently broadcasts it in its entirely along with pre- and post-show features.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 14:30

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
2025-05-03The 151st Annual Kentucky DerbyMay 3, 2025
2024-05-04The 150th Annual Kentucky DerbyMay 4, 2024
2023-05-06The 149th Annual Kentucky DerbyMay 6, 2023
2022-05-07The 148th Annual Kentucky DerbyMay 7, 2022
2021-05-01The 147th Annual Kentucky DerbyMay 1, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the Kentucky Derby premiere?

The Kentucky Derby premiered on May 6, 2017.

Who won the Kentucky Derby in 2017?

Always Dreaming won the Kentucky Derby in 2017.

How many horses competed in the 2017 Kentucky Derby?

A total of 20 horses competed in the 2017 Kentucky Derby.

Who was the jockey for Always Dreaming in the 2017 Kentucky Derby?

Jockey John Velazquez rode Always Dreaming in the 2017 Kentucky Derby.

What was the total purse for the 2017 Kentucky Derby?

The total purse for the 2017 Kentucky Derby was $2 million.

Which horse placed second in the 2017 Kentucky Derby?

Lookin at Lee placed second in the 2017 Kentucky Derby.

Who trained the horse Always Dreaming for the 2017 Kentucky Derby?

Trainer Todd Pletcher trained Always Dreaming for the 2017 Kentucky Derby.

How long is the Kentucky Derby race?

The Kentucky Derby race is 1 and 1/4 miles long.

What is the nickname for the Kentucky Derby?

The Kentucky Derby is often referred to as "The Run for the Roses".

How old is the Kentucky Derby?

The Kentucky Derby is over 140 years old, with the first race taking place in 1875.

Who owns the Churchill Downs racetrack where the Kentucky Derby is held?

Churchill Downs Incorporated owns the Churchill Downs racetrack where the Kentucky Derby is held.

What is the official drink of the Kentucky Derby?

The official drink of the Kentucky Derby is the Mint Julep.

How many spectators attended the 2017 Kentucky Derby?

Approximately 158,070 spectators attended the 2017 Kentucky Derby.

Who composed the theme music for the Kentucky Derby broadcasts?

Bill Conti composed the theme music for the Kentucky Derby broadcasts.

How many times has the horse Secretariat been mentioned during the Kentucky Derby broadcasts?

Secretariat has been mentioned over 2,000 times during the Kentucky Derby broadcasts.

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