The Derby 2018: what you need to know about the big meeting at Epsom
The Derby has been around for over 230 years.
The Investec Derby is one of the biggest and most prestigious global races. Dating from 1780, it is also one the oldest races and one with £850,650 going to the winner. It features the sport's top three-year-olds running over 1m4f at the famous Epsom racecourse. Last year’s Derby winner was outsider Wings Of Eagles, a 40-1 shot, ridden by Padraig Beggy and trained by Aidan O”Brien.
The Derby meeting is a two-day event, running on Friday, June 1 and Saturday, 2nd June at Epsom in Surrey. Ladies' Day takes place on the Friday and features The Oaks and the Coronation Cup. Saturday features the Group 3 Princess Elizabeth Stakes, the Diomed Stake and The Derby itself.
Saxon Warrior is the hot favourite for The Derby having won the Qipco 2,000 Guineas at Newmarket. Roaring Lion is second favourite, while Young Rascal is also prominent in the betting after his Chester Vase win.
The Derby is being broadcast live on ITV and Racing UK. The final race is at 5.50 pm. Racing on both days begins at 2 pm, with the off time at 4.30 pm on the first day.
The Derby 2018 is taking place at Epsom on Saturday. Tickets for some enclosures are available, but the premium Queen's Stand has sold out on both Friday and Saturday, so visit the official website for details.
The Derby 2018 is taking place at Epsom.
The Derby is taking place at Epsom on Saturday. Members can read the latest exclusive interviews, news analysis and comment available from 6pm daily on racingpost.com.
