Kentucky Derby 2023: Horses in the field, how to watch and what to know for 149th edition
Will the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby be as chaotic as it's been in recent years?
Hard to imagine given that in the past three years we've seen The Run for the Roses threatened by a global pandemic (2020), marred by a disqualification (2021) and jolted by a stunning upset (2022).
After Authentic won the months-delayed Derby in 2020, Medina Spirit won the 2021 race only to have the victory stripped for a positive drug test and Mandaloun declared the winner.
Then last year, 80-1 longshot Rich Strike finished three-quarters of a length in front of 4-1 favorite Epicenter one of the unlikeliest of victories in race history.
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Here's everything you want to know about the 2023 Kentucky Derby:
When is the Kentucky Derby 2023?
The 2023 Kentucky Derby will be held on Saturday, May 6.
Held every year since 1875, The Run for the Roses has taken place on the first Saturday in May every year since 1945 with two exceptions: In 1945, it was held on June 9 because of World War II. The race was postponed in 2020 to Sept. 5 because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
When is the Kentucky Derby 2023 draw?
The post-position draw is Monday, May 1. Forte is the likely favorite.
What time is the Kentucky Derby 2303?
Post time for the Kentucky Derby is set for 6:57 p.m. ET, Saturday, May 6.
Where is the Kentucky Derby 2303 held?
The Kentucky Derby is held at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.
How to watch, stream the Kentucky Derby 2023?
NBC will broadcast the Kentucky Derby. It can be streamed online at NBCSports.com and on the NBC Sports app for eligible cable subscribers. Subscribers can pay for a month of Peacock Premium for $4.99 or Peacock Plus for $9.99. Other streaming subscription services that should carry NBC include YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV and Fubo.
What horses are in the field for 2023 Kentucky Derby?
According to the Kentucky Derby website as of April 21, the following horses are in contention to run. Positions are gained through a series of prep races that began in September.
Forte, Practical Move, Angel of Empire, Tapit Trice, Two Phil's, Lord Miles, Derma Sotogake, Kingsbarns, Raise Cain, Rocket Can, Hit Show, Confidence Game, Verifying, Sun Thunder, Wild On Ice, Mage, Blazing Stevens, Disarm, Reincarnate, Continuar, Jace's Road, Skinner, Cyclone Mischief, Major Dude, Mandarin Hero, King Rusell.
Who won the 2022 Kentucky Derby?
Rich Strike won last year's Kentucky Derby. At 80-1 odds, Rich Strike was the second-biggest upset in Derby history and paid $163.60 on a $2 win bet. Donerail, at 91-1 odds in 1913, was the longest shot to win the race.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Kentucky Derby 2023: When is Derby? Field, horses, TV, streaming info
