Get ready for the 2025 Kentucky Derby, a thrilling event that is set to take place on the first Saturday in May at Churchill Downs. This year, a field of 19 horses will compete in what is famously known as the most exciting two minutes in sports. Are you curious about when and where to catch all the action of the annual Run for the Roses? Read on as we provide you with all the essential details you need to know.
What time does the 2025 Kentucky Derby race begin? The race is scheduled to start at 6:57 p.m. ET, but the coverage will commence much earlier at 12:00 p.m. ET on USA and Peacock before transitioning to NBC and Peacock at 2:30 p.m. ET, as confirmed by NBC Sports.
How can you watch the 2025 Kentucky Derby on TV? NBC will be broadcasting this year’s race, starting on USA and Peacock before moving to NBC and Peacock later in the day leading up to the main event. Subscribers to Peacock can enjoy uninterrupted race-day coverage without the need to switch channels, making it an affordable option at just $7.99.
Where can you stream the 2025 Kentucky Derby? Look no further than Peacock for all your Kentucky Derby streaming needs, with live coverage starting at noon and running until the horses take to the track in the evening.
Curious about the lineup of horses for this year’s Kentucky Derby? Journalism is the frontrunner, but keep an eye on shifting odds throughout the day. Here is the complete list of horses along with their morning-line odds.
As for the purse of the 2025 Kentucky Derby, this year’s prize money amounts to $5 million, with the top five finishers sharing the winnings. The top-placing horse will receive $3.1 million and may have the chance to pursue the Triple Crown by competing in the Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes.
Don’t miss out on the excitement of the 2025 Kentucky Derby – tune in and witness history in the making!
