The field for the 152nd Kentucky Derby has been set. The post draw took place on Saturday, which added a little clarity for next weekend's big race. The 2026 field features several legitimate contenders,

Like most of the best sporting events, the Kentucky Derby is as much about the fans and spectators as it is about the sport.

The Mint Julep became the Derby’s official drink in 1938 and each year in modern times, more than 125,000 Mint Juleps are made for fans during the two-day event at Churchill Downs Racetrack.