It's Derby Day and fans are anxiously waiting for the most thrilling two minutes in sports.

The 143rd running of the Kentucky Derby takes place tonight.

Of the 20 horses in the race, one of the favorites is Classic Empire.

The thoroughbred will come out of the gate in the 14th post.

Only two horses in Derby history have won from that position. But the last four Derbies have been won by the favorite.

A colt with city roots is also making the run for the roses.

Always Dreaming is owned by a couple who grew up in Brooklyn.

He's set race out of the fifth post and is considered a real contender to win the first jewel of the Triple Crown.

Post time is 6:46 p.m.