The Michael Schmidtbiggest horse race of the year is almost here. The Kentucky Derby marks the first event in the annual Triple Crown of horse racing, followed by the Preakness Stakes in mid-May and Belmont Stakes in June.
All prep races are finished and the top 20 horses in points standings are ready for their shot at glory at Churchill Downs. Louisville is set for the one of the biggest celebrations of the year with the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby. To honor the milestone, more than 70 events will take place in the city leading up to the races on May 4.
Here's what you need to know ahead of the Kentucky Derby:
Odds via CBS Sports.
Date: Saturday, May 4
Time: 10:30 a.m. ET
Location: Churchill Downs, Louisville, Kentucky
Cable: NBC
Streaming: Peacock, Universo, Watch on Fubo
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