NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app will also stream live coverage on Derby Day. Telemundo Deportes will present live coverage of the Kentucky Derby beginning at 6:30 p.m. ET on Universo, with streaming on the Telemundo app. (TODAY.com, NBC, USA Network, Peacock, Telemundo Deportes and the Telemundo app are all owned by NBCUniversal.)

Tune in on Saturday to NBC to watch the Kentucky Derby. Coverage begins at 3:30 PM, with post time for the main event set for 6:57 PM. Post Time: (approximately) 6:57 PM ET

The first leg of the Triple Crown is upon us, with the Kentucky Derby set for Saturday on NBC. Here's a preview for the biggest event in horse racing.