Churchill Downs Inc. announced the Kentucky Oaks will for the first time ever be presented in prime time on NBC in 2026.

The 152nd Kentucky Oaks will take place under the lights at Churchill Downs. This morning, NBC Sports and Churchill Downs announced that the Oaks will be broadcast in primetime for the first time ever ...

The Kentucky Oaks is a Grade I stakes race for 3-year-old thoroughbred fillies that takes place on the Friday that precedes the Derby. In 2026, the Kentucky Oaks will take place on May 1. When and ...

NBC continues to fill out its new NBA roster, officially announcing Saturday the addition of Carmelo Anthony to its studio team. NBC Sports announced during its Kentucky Derby coverage Saturday that ...

This year’s Derby, won by Sovereignty, was the most watched edition since 1989. The audience averaged an NBC record of 17.7 million, peaking at 21.8 million from 7-7:15 p.m. ET during the race.

We’ve put together an all-star international cast that will make our simulcast feed must-watch viewing for racing fans." ...

Despite halting a $1 billion renovation project, smaller updates are on track for the 2026 Derby. The company acquired Casino ...

More: Kentucky Oaks moves to prime time on NBC in 2026. Here's what to know As for the paused nearly $1 billion project, Carstanjen teased updates at the company's next earnings call, saying his ...