When NBC carried the Kentucky Derby for the first time in 2001, the broadcast lasted only 90 minutes. On Saturday, when it carries the Run for the Roses for the 25th time, 90 minutes wouldn’t be ...

The Kentucky Derby returns to its normal spot on the calendar this weekend. Here's a look at NBC's strategy and plans for the broadcast.

NBC to Televise Kentucky Derby Through 2032 NBC's coverage of the Derby began with the 2001 Run for the Roses. Unedited Press Release. NBC/CDI; Release Date: May 4, 2024 ...

The Kentucky Derby is back, with the race’s 148th running taking place on the first Saturday in May.. The 2022 Kentucky Derby will air on Saturday, May 7 from 12 to 2:30 p.m. ET on USA Network and ...

Inside NBC’s Plan to Make the Kentucky Derby Its Spring Tentpole. Alex Weprin. Thu, May 1, 2025 at 3:16 PM UTC. 3 min read. The first Kentucky Derby was held May 17, 1875, ...

The Kentucky Derby will remain on NBC through 2032 after the network and Churchill Downs Inc. extended their contract through 2032, announcing it hours before the running of the 150th race on ...

NBC’s Kentucky Derby Coverage Peaked at 16.6 Million Viewers as Mage Crossed Finish Line Led by Peacock, 2023 Kentucky Derby is Most Streamed Horse Race Ever – Up 50% From Last Year The Preakness ...

The 150th Kentucky Derby takes place on May 4, but for NBC Sports, it’s a lot more than just a two-minute race. The company is set to broadcast 12½ live hours of coverage across NBC, Peacock ...

When NBC carried the Kentucky Derby for the first time in 2001, the broadcast lasted only 90 minutes. NBC Sports will present 12 1/2 hours of coverage across two days on NBC, USA Network and Peacock.

When NBC carried the Kentucky Derby for the first time in 2001, the broadcast lasted only 90 minutes. On Saturday, when it carries the Run for the Roses for the 25th time, 90 minutes wouldn’t be ...

NBC's coverage of Kentucky Derby has grown and evolved as it gears up for its 25th Run for the Roses By JOE REEDY , AP Sports Writer Updated May 2, 2025 6:29 a.m.