NBC Sports has extended its partnership with Churchill Downs Incorporated through 2032, solidifying its place as the longest-running media home of the Kentucky Derby. This milestone marks the continuation of a relationship that began in 2001 and will see NBC presenting the most prestigious event in horse racing for a total of 32 editions.
Churchill Downs CEO Bill Carstanjen expressed pride in the continued partnership with NBC Sports, highlighting the artful storytelling and coverage of the event that NBC has provided over the last 23 years. Rick Cordella, President of NBC Sports, echoed this sentiment by affirming the network’s commitment to showcasing the rich stories surrounding the Kentucky Derby and maintaining the tradition of in-depth coverage and promotion.
As part of the extended agreement, NBC Sports will have multiplatform rights to broadcast the Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Oaks, and Derby and Oaks Day programming on NBC, Peacock, USA Network, and other NBCUniversal platforms. The Kentucky Derby, which stands as America’s oldest continuously held major sporting event, is set to hold its 150th “Run for the Roses” today at 2:30 p.m. ET, with coverage available on NBC and Peacock.
NBC Universal has been dedicated to delivering comprehensive and immersive coverage of this iconic event for years to come. The network has worked tirelessly to ensure that fans across all platforms can experience every moment of excitement leading up to today’s race. With their renewed agreement with Churchill Downs Incorporated through 2032