How to watch the 2026 Preakness Stakes for free: Start time, full field
The 2026 Preakness Stakes is set to take place at Laurel Park on May 16, with a post time of approximately 6:50 p.m. ET. Kentucky Derby champion Golden Tempo will not participate, making Iron Honor the current favorite. Viewers can watch the race on NBC or stream it for free through DIRECTV's trial offer or Peacock.
- ▪The Preakness Stakes will be held at Laurel Park due to renovations at Pimlico Race Course.
- ▪Iron Honor is the favorite to win the race with 9-2 odds.
- ▪Pre-race coverage will begin at 4:00 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.
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Sports How to watch the 2026 Preakness Stakes for free: Start time, full field By Angela Tricarico Published May 16, 2026, 3:00 p.m. ET New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. It’s been two weeks since the Kentucky Derby, so it’s time for the Preakness Stakes. The second race in the 2026 Triple Crown is set for this afternoon, but Kentucky Derby champion Golden Tempo won’t race today; instead, the horse will just run in the early June Belmont Stakes. The current favorite to win the Preakness is Iron Honor, with 9-2 odds. Taj Mahal, Chip Honcho and Incredibolt are all among the favorites too, with 5-1 odds. 2026 preakness stakes: what to know When: May 16, approx. 6:50 p.m.
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