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2026 Kentucky Derby: Huge hats, crazy suits and mo...
Key takeaways
- While horses and jockeys will be giving it their all in the race, the real action will be off the track.
- Here are the best sights and sounds from the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.
Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.
A fan living up to the Kentucky Derby's tradition of incredible hats. Leandro Lozada / AFP via Getty Images ESPN.com Multiple Authors May 2, 2026, 05:04 PM ETEmail Print Open Extended Reactions The 2026 Kentucky Derby, one of the biggest spectacles in all of sports, has finally arrived.
While horses and jockeys will be giving it their all in the race, the real action will be off the track. Celebrities and fans will be stepping out in style in and around Churchill Downs, with some of the most outrageous hats and outfits you'll ever see.
Here are the best sights and sounds from the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.
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