When is Epsom Derby 2019: Ticket info, tv schedule, race time, prize money, tips, latest declarations and favourites to win Saturday’s big race
THIS year’s Derby looks set to be a cracker – although we could see an Irish clean sweep with Aidan O’Brien dominating the market in behind the favourite.
John Gosden’s Too Darn Hot currently heads the betting and it looks set to be a straight shootout between Too Darn Hot and O’Brien.
When is the 2019 Derby?
The 2019 Derby will take place on Saturday 1st June.
The Investec-sponsored festival kicks off with Ladies’ Day on the Friday followed by Derby Day on the Saturday.
The race is due off at 4.30pm and will be shown live on ITV.
How can I watch the race?
ITV will show the race live and will also show plenty of action from the two days at Epsom.
Racing TV will also show the full card from Epsom on both days of the Investec-sponsored festival.
Are there tickets still available?
Yes! Tickets range from £30-£55 on Ladies Day.
However, expect to pay a little more on Derby Day with tickets ranging from £35-£65.
Click here to see what tickets are still available
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What is the prize money for the Derby?
This year’s Derby has a prize fund of £1.5million. It is a Group 1 Flat race run over a distance of one mile and four furlongs.
The race is open to three-year-old colts and fillies – although fillies are more likely to run in The Oaks which takes place on Ladies’ Day.
It is considered the most prestigious of the five ‘Classics’ – the others being the 2000 Guineas, the 1000 Guineas, Oaks and the St. Leger.
What entertainment is there other than the racing?
Plenty! Alongside the racing Epsom will play host to everything from skydivers to celebrity DJ after parties.
Remember, Ladies Day is also all about the fashion so don’t miss the Style Awards which could see you bag a seven-night holiday to Mauritius!
Best get shopping girls and boys!
Who is running in this year’s race?
Entries are yet to be confirmed but we’ll let you know as soon as they are!
Who won the Derby in 2018?
Charlie Appleby gave big-spending owners Godolphin their first Derby win as he saddled Masar to victory.
The 16-1 shot came home first ahead of Dee Ex Bee (20-1) in second and Roaring Lion (6-1) in third.