Later start planned for this year’s Derby
Officials working to maximise ‘best possible’ audience reach.
This year’s Investec Derby will be run at 4.55pm – 25 minutes later than usual – as Epsom seeks to increase the audience for the July 4 Classic. The Derby and Oaks will be staged on the same card next month, with racing going ahead behind closed doors to due coronavirus restrictions. ITV will show six races live, with the Derby the sixth of seven contests on the card, which kicks off at 1.50pm with the Woodcote Stakes. Phil White, regional director, Jockey Club Racecourses – London Region, said: “We have worked closely with ITV to try to maximise our best possible reach for the Investec Derby. “We’re always keen to explore ways to enhance our broadcast audience, and this unique year has provided us with an opportunity to do this. “The Investec Derby is one of the greatest sporting occasions in the World and we are excited about showcasing it to a wider national and global audience.”Follow us on Twitter racing365dotcom and like our Facebook page.
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