The Derby remains horseracing's greatest gift to the world, with its echo heard in similar races the world over and as far as last week's FA Cup final. A total of 16 three-year-old colts will line up for the feature race at Epsom's unique course at 4.30.
There are loads of other top-quality betting races to savour on a fabulous afternoon of racing on the downs. Our expert, Clive Gildon, has a trio of selections on the card including one in the feature race, plus a couple of lightning-quick sprinters in the earlier races on the card. talkSPORT BET welcome offer - Get £30 in free bets * 3.
10 Epsom - Sturlasson The five-furlong course at Epsom is known as the fastest in the world, owing to its downhill nature. The course record there stands at a blistering 53.69 seconds, which was set on this card 12 years ago.
A fast start is crucial. Being close to the rail is often important, too. The Irish-trained Sturlasson has both of those factors in his favour and may take all the catching under top rider Oisin Murphy.
On his last two outings, Sturlasson has flown out of the stalls. He seemed unfit the first time, but with a run behind him on better ground last time he was able to lead them a merry dance at Navan. That is a much stiffer track than Epsom, which only means that Sturlasson's early speed will be all the more important.
He is drawn in stall 17 of 20, so does not have many to beat in order to nab the all-important stands-side rail. 3.45 Epsom - Clarendon House This is another.
