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Churchill Downs plans changes for 2026 Derby, including more ticket options

As the track’s parent company looks to build on its already profitable streams of revenue, race attendees could see more ticket options next year and newly renovated areas of the horseracing venue, ...

Will Kentucky Derby follow Oaks to prime time? 'It's very unlikely.' Here's why

The Kentucky Oaks will make its prime-time debut in 2026. When will post be? How will the card be impacted? Will the Derby ...

Kentucky Oaks moves to primetime on NBC, Peacock for the first time ever in 2026

NBC Sports will showcase the Kentucky Oaks in primetime for the first time ever in 2026, it was announced today by Churchill ...
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Kentucky Oaks race being pushed later for first network primetime broadcast

The Longines Kentucky Oaks will be shown on NBC Sports in primetime for the first time ever in 2026, according to a news ...

Kentucky Oaks moves to prime time on NBC in 2026. Here's what to know

Churchill Downs Inc. announced the Kentucky Oaks will for the first time ever be presented in prime time on NBC in 2026.

The Most Glorious and Over-the-Top Kentucky Derby Hats Ever

Technically, the Kentucky Derby is about horse racing. While wearing a hat was once a functional choice for attendees (it often gets hot!), it soon shifted into an opportunity to perform social status ...
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Kentucky Derby’s Lucky Losers: Groovy (1986)

Though Groovy’s turn in the Kentucky Derby may not have been a winning one, once he landed in the barn of the right trainer, this sprinting star became a record-breaker.

Record-setting second quarter, Derby viewership reported by Churchill Downs Inc.

According to its quarterly business results and its earnings call, revenue for the year came from Derby day bets and a number ...