CNBC Coverage of Kentucky Derby Prep Races: Details and Schedule

Prepare yourselves, horse racing fans! The excitement of the spring racing season is here, with two 200-point prep races for the Kentucky Derby on the horizon this weekend. The Louisiana Derby at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots and the Jeff Ruby Steaks at Turfway Park are set to kick things off on Saturday, March 22. These races are crucial for Derby hopefuls, offering top finishers valuable points on a 100-50-25-15-10 scale. And let me tell you, the competition is fierce with some strong fields lined up for both races.

If you’re eager to catch all the action but can’t make it to the track, have no fear! CNBC will be broadcasting both the Louisiana Derby and Jeff Ruby Steaks live during a one-hour special as part of NBC Sports’ Road to the Kentucky Derby series. The show will also be available for streaming on Peacock, so you can tune in from 6-7 p.m. ET to get your fill of the excitement.

And that’s not all – Derby preps and undercard races from various tracks, including Fair Grounds, Turfway Park, Gulfstream Park, Santa Anita Park, and Laurel Park, will also be airing on FanDuel TV. So, mark your calendars and get ready for a weekend filled with thrilling races and unforgettable moments.

For those of you interested in the full schedule of stakes races, here’s a handy rundown:

– New Orleans Classic Stakes Presented by Relyne GI by Hagyard on March 22 at 5:04 p.m. on FanDuel TV
– TwinSpires Kentucky Cup Classic Stakes on March 22 at 5:13 p.m. on FanDuel TV
– Muniz Memorial Classic Stakes Presented by Horse Racing Nation on March 22 at 5:36 p.m. on FanDuel TV
– Fasig-Tipton Fair Grounds Oaks on March 22 at 6:08 p.m. on CNBC, Peacock, and FanDuel TV
– Jeff Ruby Steaks on March 22 at 6:25 p.m. on CNBC, Peacock, and FanDuel TV
– Essex Handicap on March 22 at 6:25 p.m. on FS2 and FanDuel TV
– Twinspires.com Louisiana Derby on March 22 at 6:42 p.m. on CNBC, Peacock, and FanDuel TV
– San Luis Rey Stakes on March 22 at 7:03 p.m. on FanDuel TV

Don’t forget to adjust for your time zone, as all times listed are Eastern standard time. And if you’re looking to catch the action on TV or via livestream, here’s the schedule for the upcoming days:

– Live coverage of horse racing with varying post times will be available on FanDuel TV and Racetrack Television Network on March 20 and 21.
– “America’s Day at the Races” will be airing on FS2 on March 21 and on FS1 and FS2 on March 22.
– And of course, the highlight of the weekend, the broadcast of the Jeff Ruby Steaks and Louisiana Derby, will be on CNBC and Peacock on March 22.

If you prefer to listen on the radio, there are plenty of programs to keep you informed and entertained, including “At The Races with Steve Byk,” “1/ST BET Racing Show,” “Brisnet Call-In Show,” and more. So whether you’re watching, streaming, or listening, there’s something for every racing fan to enjoy this weekend. Get ready for the thrill of the track and may your favorite horse cross that finish line first!