Kentucky Derby To Run Sept. 5, With Fans In Stands

The Kentucky Derby will be held on September 5th with a number of limited fans in the stands.  

The 146th Derby was scheduled to be held on the first Saturday of May at Churchill Downs but it was postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Churchill Downs says it will reduce capacity in general admission, outdoor reserved seating, premium dining and suites. 

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Fans will be “consistently and frequently” encouraged to wear masks at all times unless seated, to practice social distancing when possible and to wash or sanitize hands frequently.

It’s not known how many people will be allowed in but the race annually attracts more than 100,000.

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