2016 Kentucky Derby: Start time, live stream, TV info
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The 2016 Kentucky Derby will be held on Saturday at Churchhill Downs.
Last year’s winner, American Pharoah, went on to become the first horse since Affirmed in 1978 to win the Triple Crown of the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes.
This year’s favorite is the undefeated Nyquist at 10–3 odds. A strong challenge is expected from Exaggerator and Mohaymen at 8–1 odds.
• LAYDEN: Behind Kentucky Derby favorite Nyquist, a familiar team
Here is how to watch the race on Saturday:
Undercard races
Time: Noon to 4 p.m.
TV Channel: NBC Sports Network
Live stream: NBC Live Extra
Kentucky Derby
Race: The race will begin at 6:34 p.m. ET
TV Channel:NBC
Live stream: NBC Live Extra
Coverage: Television coverage will begin at 4 p.m. and go until 7 p.m.
Betting: Odds and favorites for the race can be found here.
Favorite: Nyquist
Purse: $2 million
Track Distance: 1 1/4 miles (10 furlongs)
Track and Churchill Downs record: 1:59 2/5 secs, Secretariat (1973)
