Saturday sees one of the races of the flat season - the 2024 Epsom Derby - and as usual, the Epsom Derby betting market has seen plenty of action in the run-up to the third Classic of the year.
This year’s Epsom Derby will take place on Saturday, June 1, at 4:30pm, and we’ve checked out all the latest Derby betting offers and free bets in preparation.
| Race Details | |
|---|---|
| When: | Saturday, June 1st - 4:30pm |
| Winner’s Prize: | £882,408 |
| Distance: | 1 mile 4 furlongs |
| Race Type: | Group 1 |
| Age: | Three-year-old colts |
| Course: | Epsom Downs |
| Weights: | 9st 2lb |
| Where to Watch: | ITV Racing, Racing TV, Bookmaker Streams |
Epsom Derby Betting Offers & Free Bets
Check out the top selection of top betting offers currently available for Saturday’s race.
| Epsom Derby Betting Site | 🏇 Epsom Derby Offer | Promo Code |
|---|---|---|
| ⭐ Betfred Epsom Derby Offer | Bet £10 Get £50 in Bonuses | WELCOME50 |
| ⭐ Copybet Epsom Derby Offer | Bet £10 Get £50 in Free Bets | None |
| ⭐ bet365 Epsom Derby Offer | Bet £10 Get £30 in Free Bets | None |
| ⭐ William Hill Epsom Derby Offer | Bet £10 Get £30 in Free Bets | R30 |
| ⭐ Midnite Epsom Derby Offer | Bet £10 Get £20 + 50 Free Spins | BETGETSPORTS |
| ⭐ Parimatch Epsom Derby Offer | Bet £10 Get £30 in Bonuses | None |
| ⭐ Kwiff Epsom Derby Offer | Bet £10 Get £30 | None |
| ⭐ SpreadEx Epsom Derby Offer | Bet £10 Get £40 in Free Bets | None |
Epsom Derby Tips
Our top tipping team, Alan Kelly, Charlie McCann, and Ed Quigley, will each have a selection for Saturday’s big race - check back later to see their thoughts.
Epsom Derby Betting Odds
Despite disappointing in the 2000 Guineas, City Of Troy heads the betting market for this year’s Epsom Derby as he looks to give trainer Aidan O’Brien a tenth success in the race.
- City Of Troy - 4/1 with William Hill Sign Up Offer
- Los Angeles - 9/2 with bet365 Offer
- Ancient Wisdom - 9/2 with Betfred
- Ambiente Friendly - 6/1 with Betfair
- Dancing Gemini - 11/1 with Paddy Power
Prices correct as of 2:00pm, Thursday, May 30
Epsom Derby Runners & Riders
Below is the full list of runners and riders for this year’s Epsom Derby.
| Horse | Jockey |
|---|---|
| Ambiente Friendly | Robert Havlin |
| Ancient Wisdom | William Buick |
| Bellum Justum | Oisin Murphy |
| City Of Troy | Ryan Moore |
| Dallas Star | David Egan |
| Dancing Gemini | Dylan Browne McMonagle |
| Deira Mile | Jim Crowley |
| Euphoric | Declan McDonogh |
| God’s Window | Kieran Shoemark |
| Kamboo | Richard Kingscote |
| Los Angeles | Wayne Lordan |
| Macduff | Rossa Ryan |
| Mr Hampstead | Sean Levey |
| Sayedaty Sadety | Tom Marquand |
| Tabletalk | James Doyle |
| Voyage | Pat Dobbs |
What Happened Last Year?
Auguste Rodin won the 2023 Epsom Derby in a thrilling finish under jockey Ryan Moore.
Sent off at 9/2 with the bookmakers, Auguste Rodin made smooth headway into the straight before setting in pursuit of King Of Steel.
In a power-packed finish, Auguste Rodin reeled in King Of Steel in the final 100 yards from the line to take victory and give trainer Aidan O’Brien a record 9th Derby victory.
Epsom Derby Key Race Stats
- 10 of the last 12 winners were drawn in stall 7 or higher
- 10 of the previous 12 Epsom Derby winners were rated 109 or higher
- Each of the last 12 winners had at least one run that season
- Nine of the previous 12 winners had at least one win in a Group race
Previous Winners of the Epsom Derby
Check out the last ten winners of the Derby in the table below.
| Year | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2023 | Auguste Rodin |
| 2022 | Desert Crown |
| 2021 | Adayar |
| 2020 | Serpentine |
| 2019 | Anthony Van Dyck |
| 2018 | Masar |
| 2017 | Wings Of Eagles |
| 2016 | Harzand |
| 2015 | Golden Horn |
| 2014 | Australia |
FAQs
Wat date is the Epsom Derby 2024?
The 2024 Epsom Derby will take place on Saturday, June 1st, with the race scheduled to go off at 4:30pm.
What time is the Derby at Epsom Downs?
This year's Epsom Derby is scheduled for 4:30pm.
How does a horse qualify for the Epsom Derby?
There is no set qualification procedure to run in the Epsom Derby although horses must be three-years-old, and if a male horse, they must NOT be gelded.
Has a grey horse ever won the Derby?
Yes, there have been four grey winners of the Epsom Derby through it's history, the last being Airborne in 1946.
