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Kentucky Derby announcers 2026: Meet NBC's star-studded broadcast crew led by Mike Tirico

The Kentucky Derby officially kicks off Triple Crown season, with NBC broadcasting each of the first two major horse races.

At the track, on the air and behind the scenes, women make the Kentucky Derby happen

The Kentucky Oaks moving to prime time Friday is putting the best 3-year-old fillies in the spotlight under the lights.
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Marinette’s Kali Francois set for prominent Kentucky Derby role

Marinette’s Kali Francois, a former jockey, is now working with TwinSpires to bring exclusive Kentucky Derby content — with ...
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Kentucky Derby race schedule 2026: Post times, TV channels, live streams for Churchill Downs horse racing

Kentucky Derby weekend is more than just the Run for the Roses. Here's how to watch all the action from Churchill Downs.

El Pasoan, horse racing legend Jerry Bailey set to call Kentucky Derby on NBC

The 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby will once again air on NBC with a familiar voice calling the action from Churchill ...

Everything to expect at tomorrow's Kentucky Derby

Clear your schedule, and get your mint julep ready.

The first Kentucky Derby since the death of trainer D. Wayne Lukas has a different vibe

The horse racing community gathers this week for the first Kentucky Derby without Lukas, though his presence lingers over ...

NBC dealt crushing Kentucky Derby blow as 'irreplaceable' star leaves after 26 years

NBC was dealt a Kentucky Derby blow with the 'irreplaceable' Donna Barton Brothers set to depart after the 2026 iteration of ...