Complete Rundown of the 2023 Kentucky Derby: How To Watch, What Time, Names Of Horses, Odds Of Winning
Are you watching the Kentucky Derby today?! Yay or neigh? 🐎👒
The Kentucky Derby is one of the most exciting horse races in the world. The first Kentucky Derby was held in 1875, and it has been a staple of American culture ever since. In 2023, the Kentucky Derby will once again bring together some of the best horses in the world for a chance at glory.
So… get those mint juleps flowing and read on for all the info you need to know about the “mane” event!
History of the Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby is the oldest continuously run horse race in the United States. It was first held on May 17, 1875, and has been held annually since then. The race is the first leg of the American Triple Crown, which also includes the Preakness Stakes and the Belmont Stakes.
What day is the kentucky derby?
Saturday, May 6, 2023
When it's on and Post Time
The 149th running of the Kentucky Derby is the 12th of 14 races at Churchill Downs on May 6, with a scheduled post time of 6:57 PM ET.
Where does the Kentucky Derby take place?
The Derby is run on the dirt track at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, where it has been held since its inaugural running in 1875.
The Horses and their Odds of Winning
Here are the horses participating in this year's race:
Hit Show (30-1)
Verifying (15-1)
Two Phil’s (12-1)
Confidence Game (20-1)
Tapit Trice (5-1)
Kingsbarns (12-1)
Reincarnate (50-1)
Mage (15-1)
Skinner (scratched)
Practical Move (scratched)
Disarm (30-1)
Jace’s Road (50-1)
Sun Thunder (50-1)
Angel of Empire (8-1)
Forte (scratched)
Raise Cain (50-1)
Derma Sotogake (10-1)
Rocket Can (30-1)
Lord Miles (scratched)
Continuar (scratched)
Cyclone Mischief (30-1)
Mandarin Hero (20-1)
King Russell (50-1)
How to Watch it on TV and Stream it
The Kentucky Derby will be broadcast on NBC. You can also stream the race online on NBCSports.com, the NBC Sports app and Peacock. Additionally, you can watch the Kentucky Derby on various streaming services such as Sling TV, Hulu Live TV, or YouTube TV.
How long is the Kentucky Derby?
Dubbed as “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports,” the Kentucky Derby is 1 1/4 mile.
Who owns the fastest time?
Secretariat owns the fastest Kentucky Derby time ever, running 1:59.40 in 1973.
Secretariat, 📷: kentuckyderby.com
Mint Julep Recipe
No Kentucky Derby party would be complete without a mint julep! 🌱
Here's a recipe to help you make the perfect drink.
Ingredients:
2 oz bourbon
1 oz simple syrup
Fresh mint leaves
Crushed ice
Instructions:
In a julep cup or glass, muddle a few mint leaves with the simple syrup.
Fill the cup with crushed ice.
Add the bourbon and stir well.
Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and serve.
Enjoy!
XOXO Haylie
Sources: NBCsports, OpenAI (2023), kentuckyderby.com