Fans now have more information as to why a familiar face abruptly left NBC’s set during its coverage of the Kentucky Derby.

Fans shared their concern for the 58-year-old's health before ... One posted: 'Why are we pretending like Mike Tirico is ok. Something is very wrong.' Another commented: 'The way he sounds there ...

With the 2025 Preakness Stakes set to take place this Saturday, NBC broadcaster Mike Tirico has ... Sovereignty's trainer, Tirico refuses to do that. His main concern is the way the schedule ...

Legendary NBC commentator Mike Tirico has revealed a 'significant reaction' to his nut allergy forced him to step away from the network's coverage of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday. Fans shared their ...

Legendary NBC commentator Mike Tirico was forced to step away from the network's coverage of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday due to a sudden illness. Fans shared their concern for the 58-year-old's ...

The Kentucky Derby took center stage from Churchill Downs on Saturday, May 3 where NBC Sports icon Mike Tirico was supposed to be on the call. Unfortunately for Tirico, he was scratched from calling ...

May 3 where NBC Sports icon Mike Tirico was supposed to be on the call. Unfortunately for Tirico, he was scratched from calling the race, though fans didn't exactly know the reason for his absence ...

So, rest assured when Mike's feeling better, he'll be back right here in this seat," Fareed said. Prior to Tirico's exit, many fans on social media pointed out that the broadcaster sounded off.