When is the 2021 Kentucky Derby? Date, start time, distance, race info
The Kentucky Derby is one of the most well known Grade 1 Thoroughbred stakes races in the world. It is traditionally held on the first Saturday in May. The race is 10 furlongs long and kicks off the American Triple Crown of horse racing.
The 147th Kentucky Derby is set for Saturday, May 1, 2021. It will be broadcast on NBCSN, NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app. The Derby has been held at Churchill Downs since its inaugural running in 1875.
The 147th Kentucky Derby will be broadcast on NBC. The broadcast will also include the 2021 Kentucky Oaks, 2021 Preakness Stakes and 2021 Belmont Stake.
Only 3-year-old Thoroughbreds can qualify for the Kentucky Derby. Eligible horses compete in the Road to the Derby, a series of prep races around the world. Horses win points for finishing in top four spots and the 20 horses with the most points at the end of the series gain entry into the derby.
Authentic won the 146th Kentucky Derby on the first Saturday in September instead of the 1st Saturday of May due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It was the second race of 2020 Triple Crown and it was run without fans in the stands.
The 147th Kentucky Derby will be held on Saturday, May 1. Practical Move won the Los Alamitos Futurity by 3 1/4 lengths. Tim Yakteen trained Taiba and Messier from Bob Baffert's stable. Baddert has been banned from Churchill Downs through the 2023 Derby. The Derby Museum has an exhibit for the most lavished fashions. The mint julep is the signature drink of the Derby and Kentucky’s state song is played during the pre-race post parade. After the race, the champion horse is given the iconic garland of roses in the winner”s circle.
