Kentucky Derby Preview: Date, Time, Odds, and Picks
Fast facts
- Category: Sports
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-30 22:00 UTC
- Sources: CBS Sports
The Kentucky Derby takes place on May 2 at Churchill Downs with the first post time set for 6:57 p.m. ET. A top horse racing expert provides surprising picks for the big event.
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