What time is the Epsom Derby 2025? TV Channel and start time

Published: June 5 2025 | 21:34

Last updated: June 5 2025 | 21:58

Sports Mole provides the lowdown on all of the details ahead of the 2025 Epsom Derby, including a look at the runners, favourites and raceday schedule.

The Epsom Derby, Britain’s richest flat horse race, is set to run this weekend on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Held at the historic Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey, this prestigious Group 1 flat race brings together the finest three-year-old thoroughbreds competing over a mile and a half, with the winning connections set to take home an incredible £918,702.

Below, Sports Mole will provide an overview of all the key raceday information for this weekend’s event, as well as how to watch the big race on TV in your region.

Derby Day Schedule – Saturday, June 7, 2025

Derby Day at Epsom Downs features a full slate of races, culminating in the main event. Gates open at 11:00 AM, with the first race commencing at 1:00 PM. The provisional race schedule is as follows:

1.00pm: The Princess Elizabeth Stakes (Group 3)

1.35pm: The Betfred Diomed Stakes (Group 3)

2.10pm: The Betfred 3YO 'Dash' Handicap Stakes

2.45pm: The Aston Martin 'Dash' Handicap Stakes (Heritage Handicap)

3.30pm: The Betfred Derby (Group 1)

4.15pm: The Encore Lifestyle Northern Dancer Handicap Stakes

5:00pm: The Hong Kong Jockey Club World Pool Lester Piggott Handicap Stakes

5.40pm: The JRA Tokyo Trophy Handicap Stakes

Full List of 2025 Epsom Derby Runners and Riders

The 2025 field features 19 runners, making it one of the most competitive line-ups in recent years. Leading the charge is the powerful partnership of jockey Ryan Moore and trainer Aidan O’Brien, aiming for their third consecutive win after successes with Auguste Rodin (2023) and City of Troy (2024).

Al Wasl Storm - David Probert

Damysus - James Doyle

Delacroix - Ryan Moore

Green Storm - Billy Loughnane

Lambourn - Wayne Lordan

Lazy Griff - Christophe Soumillon

Midak - Mickael Barzalona

New Ground - Alexis Puchin

Nightime Dancer - Jamie Spencer

Nightwalker - Tom Marquand

Pride of Arras - Rossa Ryan

Rogue Impact - Luke Morris

Ruling Court - William Buick

Sea Scout - Harry Davies

Stanhope Gardens - Hector Crouch

Tennessee Stud - Dylan Browne McMonaglle

The Lion In Winter - Colin Keane

Tornado Alert - Oisin Murphy

Tuscan Hills - David Egan

At the time of writing, Delacroix is currently showing up as the ante-post favourite at 16/5, followed by Ruling Court (10/3) and Pride of Arras (5/1).

What Time Does the Epsom Derby Start?

The Epsom Derby takes place on Saturday 7 June, with the main race - The Betfred Derby - scheduled to get underway at 3:30pm.

How to Watch the Epsom Derby on TV

Viewers can catch the full day’s action live on ITV1, with coverage beginning at 12:45 PM. Subscribers to Racing TV can also watch full coverage across the entire Epsom Festival.

Additionally, BBC Radio 5 Live will air live commentary of the Derby and other key races throughout the weekend, including Friday’s Coronation Cup and Oaks.