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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 ...
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NBC Sports to Present Kentucky Oaks in Primetime

For First Time Ever, NBC Sports to Present Kentucky Oaks in Primetime – Friday, May 1, 2026, on NBC and Peacock.

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 ...

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.

Kentucky Oaks, top thoroughbred filly racing event, moving to prime-time TV slot

By moving the Kentucky Oaks to prime time, we’re giving one of horse racing’s most treasured traditions the national stage it ...
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Test Score tops trio of top-flight winners in G1 Saratoga Derby Invitational

A deft and dynamic field of runners from each side of the Atlantic will assemble for Saturday’s Grade 1, $750,000 Saratoga ...