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Epsom Derby 2027 — Odds, Facts & Betting Guide

Expected June 2027 · Epsom Downs, Surrey, United Kingdom

Exact dates have not yet been confirmed by the organisers. This page will be updated as soon as they are.

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The Epsom Derby is the most prestigious of Britain's five Classics and the greatest test for a three-year-old colt: a mile and a half around the unique undulating contours of Epsom Downs. The 2027 running is expected in early June, following the first-Saturday tradition.

Run since 1780, the Derby carried a record £2 million prize fund in 2026, when Christmas Day gave Aidan O'Brien a record-extending 12th Derby win and the 50th British Classic of his career. It is one of the biggest betting races in the British Flat season.

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Epsom Derby: fast facts

The Epsom Derby is run over 1 mile 4 furlongs at Epsom Downs, the supreme test for a three-year-old colt.
First run in 1780, it is the most prestigious of Britain's five Classics.
The 2026 Derby carried a record £2 million prize fund.
Christmas Day won the 2026 Derby at 7/1, giving Aidan O'Brien a record-extending 12th win and his 50th British Classic.
Epsom's undulating, cambered track is unlike any other and demands a uniquely balanced, versatile horse.
Lester Piggott rode a record nine Derby winners between 1954 and 1983.

Past winners

Year	Winner	Key detail
2026	Christmas Day	7/1, gave Aidan O'Brien a record 12th Derby and 50th British Classic
2025	Lambourn	O'Brien's 11th Derby, ridden by Wayne Lordan
2024	City Of Troy	O'Brien-trained, ridden by Ryan Moore
2023	Auguste Rodin	O'Brien-trained, bounced back from a poor Guineas
2022	Desert Crown	Sir Michael Stoute's sixth Derby at age 78
2021	Adayar	Charlie Appleby-trained, ridden by Adam Kirby
2020	Serpentine	Made all in the behind-closed-doors running
2019	Anthony Van Dyck	O'Brien-trained Derby winner
2018	Masar	Godolphin's first Derby winner
2017	Wings Of Eagles	40/1 shock winner for O'Brien

How to bet on Epsom Derby

The Derby is a championship Classic with a relatively small, high-class field, so win and each-way betting is the standard approach. The market is usually shaped by the leading trial winners and the Ballydoyle and Godolphin contenders.

Ante-post markets run from the previous autumn and through the spring trials, rewarding those who can read which Guineas runners and trial winners will stay the mile and a half. Non-runner-no-bet offers nearer the race remove the ante-post risk.

Epsom's demanding track means the best horse on form doesn't always win — temperament and balance matter hugely. Bet each-way on a sensible budget and remember that even short-priced Derby favourites can come unstuck on the unique course.

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Epsom Derby 2027: your questions answered

When is the Epsom Derby 2027?

The 2027 Epsom Derby is expected in early June 2027, following the first-Saturday tradition. The exact date will be confirmed by Epsom Downs and this page updated.

Who won the Epsom Derby in 2026?

Christmas Day won the 2026 Derby at 7/1, giving trainer Aidan O'Brien a record-extending 12th Derby win and the 50th British Classic of his career.

How far is the Epsom Derby?

It is run over 1 mile 4 furlongs (about 2,400 metres) at Epsom Downs.

Why is Epsom considered a difficult track?

Its undulating, cambered course with a sharp downhill run to Tattenham Corner is unlike any other in Britain, demanding a uniquely balanced and versatile horse.

Who has trained the most Derby winners?

Aidan O'Brien holds the record, reaching 12 wins with Christmas Day in 2026.