Kentucky Derby 2026 live updates: Time, horses, odds and picks for today’s race at Churchill Downs

2026 KentuckyDerbyKentucky Oaks UpdatesPost PositionsAnalyzing the Field Picking a WinnerFood of the DerbyFashion TrendsliveUpdated 31s agoKentucky Derby 2026 live updates: Time, horses, odds and picks for today’s race at Churchill DownsFollow our live coverage as the 152nd running of the illustrious Kentucky Derby takes place today at Churchill DownsLive BlogDiscussThe Athletic Live Team and moreMay 2, 2026 at 7:02 AM EDTThe 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby takes place today at Churchill Downs. Getty ImagesMay 2, 2026 at 7:02 AM EDTAustin Green·Staff Writer, LiveWelcome to our live coverage! Hello, and welcome to The Athletic’s live coverage of the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.Follow along as our writers bring you live updates, expert analysis and the latest odds from Churchill Downs!