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2016 Kentucky Derby: How to Watch, Bet, Odds & Start Time

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The Kentucky Derby hype is in the air as race fans watch the prep, look for the Kentucky Derby odds and plan how to get the best Mint Julep around.

While you cannot compete with attending the Kentucky Derby in person, you don’t need to be in the stands or even in front of a TV to watch the race live.

Here’s how to watch the Kentucky Derby live online and on your iPhone, iPad or Android and other important details that viewers need to know about watching the 2016 Kentucky Derby.

What you need to know about watching the Kentucky Derby Online and betting on the Kentucky Derby from your iPhone. Cheryl Ann Quigley / Shutterstock.com

What you need to know about watching the Kentucky Derby Online and betting on the Kentucky Derby from your iPhone. Cheryl Ann Quigley / Shutterstock.com

The Kentucky Oaks took place today, May 6th ahead of the Kentucky Derby start tomorrow. While not as well-known outside of horse racing circles as the Kentucky Derby, it is one of the most popular horse races in America.

The Kentucky Derby is on Saturday May 7th with a full day of media coverage and almost four hours dedicated to the real race. if you plan to watch the 2016 Kentucky Derby this is what you need to know.

2016 Kentucky Derby Start Time

The Kentucky Derby start time is 4PM according to network coverage, but 6:34 PM is the Post time on Saturday May 7th. Network coverage starts at Noon Eastern with four hours of Derby Prep where you can see live shots, commentary and insight from NBC Sports. While you wait for the start watch Trojan Nation profile in the video below.

On the west coast the Kentucky Derby starts at 1PM Pacific, which leaves plenty of time to transition go for a Mint Juleps after brunch.

How to Watch Kentucky Derby

The 2016 Kentucky Derby is live on NBC Sports Live and on TwinSpiresTV as well as online and on the iPhone, iPad and Android with the NBC Sports Live Extra App.

With the online and app solutions you can watch the 2016 Kentucky Derby on iPhone and any other connected iPad or Android device as well as on your computer. The coverage is identical to watching on TV, so you don’t need to settle for delays or limited coverage due to where you watch it.

The one catch is that you need a cable or satellite subscription to watch the Kentucky Derby online or on your iPhone. Providers include Comcast Xfinity, DirecTV, Dish, Time Warner Cable, AT&T U Verse, Verizon FIOS, Cox, Charter, Optimum, Bright House, and a number of other smaller and regional carriers.

After you sign in you can stream the 2016 Kentucky Derby to your iPhone, iPad or Android or your web browser online. Download and link the app to your cable account before the race.

Kentucky Derby Odds

The Kentucky Derby odds change if horse conditions change and due to other factors, so the list below could eventually switch. You can see the latest Kentucky Derby odds straight from the source on the Kentucky Derby site, but you can also check out tips on betting on the Kentucky Derby if you need advice on your picks.

  1. Trojan Nation 50-1
  2. Suddenbreakingnews 20-1
  3. Creator 10-1
  4. Mo Tom 20-1
  5. Gun Runner 10-1
  6. My Man Sam 20-1
  7. Oscar Nominated 50-1
  8. Lani 30-1
  9. Destin 15-1
  10. Whitmore 20-1
  11. Exaggerator 8-1
  12. Tom’s Ready 30-1
  13. Nyquist 3-1
  14. Mohaymen 10-1
  15. Outwork 15-1
  16. Shagaf 20-1
  17. Mor Spirit 12-1
  18. Majesto 30-1
  19. Brody’s Cause 12-1
  20. Danzing Candy 15-1
  21. Laoban 50-1
  22. Cherry Wine 30-1

Keep in mind that the 2016 Kentucky Derby odds can change as the race approaches.

How to Bet on the Kentucky Derby

Although gambling laws in the U.S. are pretty strict you can bet on the Kentucky Derby without traveling to Kentucky. TwinSpires is a legal horse betting solution that takes bets on the 2016 Kentucky Derby.

You can go to the TwinSpires website, or you can use your iPhone or iPad. With the TwinSpires iPhone app you can bet on the Kentucky Derby from anywhere.

The app is free to download and it delivers access to the full betting solution that you would normally see online at the website. The app also includes live video, but it isn’t clear if it will include the Kentucky Derby live for the whole race.

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