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Mike Tirico steps away from Kentucky Derby 2025 coverage after allergic reaction
Mike Tirico stepped away from his role as NBC’s host for the Kentucky Derby for at least a portion of the coverage due to an ...
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Ahmed Fareed steps in as Kentucky Derby host for NBC
It’s a good thing NBC had Ahmed Fareed warming up in the bullpen on Saturday so he could step in and relieve Mike Tirico.
Mike Tirico suffered severe allergic reaction before leaving the Kentucky Derby
Fans who had tuned into NBC Sports’ coverage of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 3, grew concerned for host Mike Tirico ...
How NBC handled the 2025 Kentucky Derby broadcast: ‘Sovereignty to rule!’
NBC delivered a solid Kentucky Derby broadcast, with host Ahmed Fareed unexpectedly having to sub in for a sick Mike Tirico.
Mike Tirico abruptly steps away from NBC's Kentucky Derby broadcast due to nut allergy reaction
One of NBC Sports' signature broadcasts was missing one of the network's signature voices at the Kentucky Derby.
NBC’s Mike Tirico Forced to Rush Out of Kentucky Derby Coverage Due to Severe Nut Allergy. What Happened and Why He’s ‘Embarrassed’
The 58-year-old sportscaster appeared at Churchill Downs to help cover the horse race but had to abruptly leave early ...
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Ahmed Fareed steps in as Kentucky Derby host for NBC
It’s a good thing NBC had Ahmed Fareed warming up in the bullpen on Saturday so he could step in and relieve Mike Tirico. Tirico began hosting NBC’s coverage of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday ...