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Thursday, Churchill Downs announced that the Kentucky Oaks will move to primetime next year, with post time shifting from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Changes are likely coming to the fan experience for the 152nd Kentucky Derby in 2026.

Coming off the Kentucky Derby, the Louisville-based company pulled ... and our wagering services and solutions segments." This year's Run for the Roses drew in the highest ever average viewership with ...

The Oaks and Derby are the oldest continuously contested sporting events in American history. Churchill Downs also confirmed there are no plans to move the Kentucky Derby later into the day.

By moving the Kentucky Oaks to prime time, we’re giving one of horse racing’s most treasured traditions the national stage it deserves.” ...

As is custom, the 152nd Kentucky Derby will take place the following day, Saturday, May 2. Sovereignty's win in the 151st Derby on May 3 averaged 17.7 million fans on NBC and Peacock, the largest ...

The 151 st Kentucky Derby on May 3, 2025, was the most-watched “Run for the Roses” since 1989, with the audience peaking at 21.8 million viewers on NBC and Peacock as Sovereignty ran to victory.

2026 Kentucky Oaks will be presented in primetime for the first time ever Churchill Downs and NBC Sports announced that coverage will begin at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, May 1, 2026 on NBC and Peacock.

The Kentucky Oaks is moving to primetime for its 152nd edition. Churchill Downs and NBC Sports announced Thursday that the race for 3-year-old fillies will be run at 8 p.m.