Investec Derby and Oaks tips, race-by-race guide, form, betting, video replays, TV times and info, jockeys, trainers & more
We have a full guide to Saturday's Investec Derby Festival at Epsom, including tips, videos, racecards, form, features, TV information, and much more.
There's a new look to the Investec Derby Festival this year with the Derby and Oaks both run on the same afternoon at Epsom.
Here is your one-stop shop ahead of a massive Saturday.
Investec Derby Festival: Key info
- When: Saturday July 6
- Where: Epsom Racecourse, Surrey
- TV info: ITV Racing and Racing TV
- Race times: 1.50-5.35
The Derby and Oaks on the same day - that's new - but then again so is much of 2020.
What's also new is Aidan O'Brien doesn't dominate the betting market for the Investec Derby. His team is led by Mogul, Russian Emperor and Vatican City but in their way are QIPCO 2000 Guineas winner Kameko and impressive Lingfield Trial winner English King, who has the assistance of Frankie Dettori in the saddle.
It's a different story in the Oaks, where Love heads the betting following her victory in the QIPCO 1000 Guineas. She's followed by Frankly Darling, who could achieve an unprecedented modern-times double: winning the Ribblesdale at Royal Ascot first, then going on to land the Investec Oaks. Both were put up at big prices in our Antepost Angle preview by Matt Brocklebank.
Race times and cards
1.50 - Investec Woodcote Stakes
4.15 - Princess Elizabeth Stakes
5.35 - Investec Zebra Handicap
Derby and Oaks: Tips and features
Value Bet: Take it to the Max
A superb day of quality racing in store on Saturday and Matt Brocklebank picks out the value with four selections from Epsom and Haydock, including a 33/1 Derby fancy.
Big-race analysis: Investec Derby
Ben Linfoot takes an in-depth look at the Derby taking into account pace and tactics while he tries to answer the key question: will Kameko stay?
Simon Holt: Kam can win the Derby
Top commentator Simon Holt previews Saturday's racing and he's got three selections including in the Investec Derby at Epsom.
Oisin Murphy column
Champion Jockey Oisin Murphy has already ridden Kameko to one Classic victory this season and he bids for another on him in the Investec Derby on Saturday.
Investec Derby: Horse by horse guide
David Ord has a horse-by-horse guide to Saturday's Investec Derby and makes Russian Emperor a solid each-way bet at Epsom.
Catching Pigeons: Mogul the one to be on
Our gossip column can hear the whispers loud and clear from Ballydoyle while several other horses on a busy and brilliant Derby weekend.
Timeform: King ready to be crowned
We've teamed up with ratings experts Timeform to preview Saturday's Investec Derby at Epsom, where English King is backed to live up to his billing.
Investec Derby: Trainer quotes
Get all the latest from the top trainers ahead of the Investec Derby as Aidan O'Brien, Andrew Balding and Ed Walker give us the very latest ahead of Epsom.
Man On The Spot: Side with Worthily
Resident tipster Man On The Spot looks ahead to Epsom on Saturday, where John Gosden is backed to win the Derby with a relative outsider.
Nick Robson: O'Brien on cusp of record eighth Derby win
Since the very first Derby run in 1780, no trainer has managed to win the Classic more than seven times - but that could all change this weekend.
Alex Hammond: Frankie factor
Sky Sports Racing's Alex Hammond can't wait for an incredible weekend of racing, where Frankie Dettori could shine on English King, Frankly Darling and Enable.
Mike Vince: My favourite Derby
Mike Vince remembers a special Derby day when Irish eyes were smiling broadly.
Mike Cattermole: Kameko should be favourite
Mike Cattermole looks ahead to a special weekend's racing and feels punters have got it wrong in promoting English King to Derby favouritism.
Peter Hilton: Shades of Mill Reef at Kingsclere
It is approaching 50 years since Park House Stables at Kingsclere last sent out the winner of the Derby - Peter Hilton recalls the great Mill Reef.
Timeform: Lots to like about Love in Oaks
QIPCO 1000 Guineas heroine Love remains very much the one to beat in Saturday's Investec Oaks, according to Timeform. Check out their big-race preview.
The Derby: Ben Linfoot's Top 40
Ben Linfoot has been reading the history books and enjoying a plethora of old Epsom footage on YouTube as he compiles his top 40 renewals of the Derby.
Antepost Angle: Weekend preview
Matt Brocklebank looks ahead to this weekend's action with a preview of Epsom's big 10-furlong handicap.
Aidan O'Brien: My Derby team
Check out Aidan O'Brien's views on the six colts he has in the frame for Saturday's Investec Derby at Epsom.
My favourite Derby: Simon Holt
Our series continues and for Mike Cattermole his favourite Derby was the 1984 edition in which El Gran Senor famously went down narrowly to Secreto.
My favourite Derby: Simon Holt
Simon Holt's favourite Derby was his first terrestrial TV commentary as Sinndar beat fellow future Arc winner Sakhee.
My favourite Derby: Ed Chamberlin
Ed Chamberlin recalls the brilliant Shergar and his fine Epsom display in the summer of 1981.
My favourite Derby: Cornelius Lysaght
Cornelius Lysaght looks back on one of the most memorable recent editions of the Classic.
Andrew Balding: Inside story on Kameko
Derby and Oaks news
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Ante-post favourite English King headlines a final field of 16 declared for the Investec Derby at Epsom on Saturday, but will have to overcome stall one. Click here for more.
Market leaders Love and Frankly Darling head a field of eight for the Investec Oaks at Epsom on Saturday. Click here for more.
Peter Chapple-Hyam feels Bahrani Star can outrun her odds in the Investec Oaks on Saturday. Click here for more.
Ante-post favourite English King is among 17 entries for Saturday's Investec Derby at Epsom. Click here for more.
Love and Frankly Darling remain on course to clash in Saturday's Investec Oaks for which there were 11 five-day entries. Click here for more.
The going at Epsom has dried out to good, good to firm in places ahead of the Investec Derby Festival. Click here for more.
Hugo Palmer is to saddle his first Investec Derby runner when Emissary lines up in Saturday's Epsom Classic. Click here for more.
Ben Curtis has been handed a first Investec Derby ride on Royal Ascot winner Highland Chief. Click here for more.
Peaceful is likely to head for Sunday’s Prix de Diane at Chantilly, with Love the main Ballydoyle hope for the Investec Oaks at Epsom. Click here for more.
Andrew Balding's 2000 Guineas winner Kameko impressed in a gallop at Kempton on Wednesday ahead of his attempt to join an elite list in the Investec Derby on Saturday week. Click here for more.
Trainer Saeed bin Suroor has revealed Military March will not be able to run in the Investec Derby at Epsom on July 4 following an injury setback. Click here for more.
Aidan O'Brien plans to have five runners in the Investec Derby at Epsom on Saturday week - and it could be six. Click here for more.
Trainer Ed Walker is struggling to contain his excitement after his Investec Derby favourite English King enjoyed a first spin under Frankie Dettori on Wednesday morning. Click here for more.
Owner Anthony Oppenheimer is keeping his fingers crossed Frankly Darling can provide his breeding operation with the final piece of the British Classic puzzle. Click here for more.
Tom Marquand says he respects Bjorn Nielsen's decision to put Frankie Dettori on English King in the Derby. Click here for more.
Top trainers and jockeys
Leading current trainer in Derby
- Aidan O’Brien, 7 wins (2001, 2002, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2017, 2019)
Leading current jockeys in Derby
- Frankie Dettori, 2 wins (2007 and 2015)
- Ryan Moore 2 wins (2010 and 2015)
Leading current trainer in Oaks
- Aidan O'Brien, 7 wins (1998, 2001, 2006, 2012, 2015, 2016, 2018)
Leading current jockey in Oaks
- Frankie Dettori, 5 wins (1994, 1995, 2002, 2017, 2019)
Where to watch
ITV Racing go live at 1.30pm for one of the biggest days of the racing year and have six races on free-to-air television.
Racing TV have coverage of all the races. There is also racing coverage via talkSPORT 2 and BBC Radio 5 Live.
Videos & Podcasts
Oisin Murphy on the challenges of Epsom
Champion jockey Oisin Murphy talks Ed Chamberlin through the nuances of riding in the Investec Derby, and draws comparisons between Kameko and 2018 third Roaring Lion.
Weekend Preview Podcast
David Ord is joined by Ed Chamberlin, Cornelius Lysaght and Timeform's David Johnson to look ahead to a mouthwatering weekend of action.
Oisin Murphy on star weekend rides
Oisin Murphy has a mouthwatering weekend to look forward to with rides aboard Kameko and Deirdre. He talks Oli Bell through both horses' chances.
Martin Dwyer on the Derby
14 years after partnering Sir Percy to victory in the Investec Derby, jockey Martin Dwyer has unearthed another live contender on Saturday. He talks to Oli Bell about the big race.
Andrew Balding
Ed Walker
How to bet online
If your usual Royal Ascot experience would be spent at the bookmakers, we've put together a handy guide to help smooth the transition to online - including safeguarding. Click here to read it.
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