LIVE 2026 Florida Derby horse race day coverage: odds, picks, results & more
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The 2026 Florida Derby has arrived!
Join us for LIVE race day coverage of one of the most important stops on the Road to the Kentucky Derby. Get the latest Florida Derby insights, including expert picks, updated odds, post time, and full field entries—all in one place.
Stay with us throughout the weekend, and don’t miss our upcoming LIVE coverage of the Arkansas Derby. Plus, be sure to tune in for a special Reddit AMA featuring Brisnet’s Vance Hanson, who will be answering your questions and breaking down all the key contenders on the Road to the Derby.
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2026 Florida Derby Post Times
What is the Gulfstream Park racing schedule?
When is the 2026 Florida Derby?
| Race | Time |
| Gulfstream Park Oaks | 3:31 PM |
| Sanibel Island | 4:06 PM |
| Army Mule S. | 4:40 PM |
| Sand Springs Stakes | 5:15 PM |
| Pan American Stakes | 5:58 PM |
| Florida Derby | 6:42 PM |
Florida Derby Horses
What horses are running in the 2026 Florida Derby?
The 2026 Florida Derby field is loaded with top-tier talent, featuring standout contenders like Commandment, Nearly, Chief Wallabee, The Puma, and more. Take a close look at this competitive group—there’s a strong chance the Kentucky Derby winner is in this lineup.
| Post | Horse | Jockey | Trainer |
| 1 | Albus (SCR) | Tyler Gaffalione | Riley Mott |
| 2 | Chief Wallabee | Junior Alvarado | William Mott |
| 3 | Wayne's Law | Marcos Meneses | Amador Merei Sanchez |
| 4 | Commandment | Flavien Prat | Brad Cox |
| 5 | Redland Rebels (SCR) | Joel Rosario | Patrick Biancone |
| 6 | Nearly | John Velazquez | Todd Pletcher |
| 7 | Timeless Victory | Jose Morelos | Edward Plesa, Jr. |
| 8 | The Puma | Javier Castellano | Gustavo Delgado |
| 9 | Gregarious (SCR) | Raijv Maragh | Jose Castro |
Florida Derby Odds
Florida Derby Winner
Who is 2026 Florida Derby winner?
Winner: TBD
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How to watch the Florida Derby LIVE?
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Where is the Florida Derby?
The Florida Derby is at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach in Florida.
Who is favored to win Florida Derby 2026?
Chief Wallabee (5-2) and Commandment (5-2) share favoritism on the morning line, though they hold only a slight edge over Nearly (9-2). With several capable contenders in the field, the Florida Derby shapes up as a highly competitive and intriguing race.
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