American Model Camille Kostek, Media Personality Nate Burleson to Host Kentucky Oaks, Kentucky Derby Festivities in Sports Illustrated’s Club SI
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Wednesday, March 25, 2026) – Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model, television personality, and entrepreneur Camille Kostek, alongside Emmy Award-winning studio analyst, media personality and NFL alumnus Nate Burleson, will be the celebrity hosts at Sports Illustrated’s Club SI, the popular premium hospitality experience at the historic Churchill Downs Racetrack. They will meet and greet guests of Club SI during the 152nd running of the Longines Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve on Friday, May 1 and Saturday, May 2, respectively.
Club SI, a multi-year exclusive partnership between Churchill Downs and Sports Illustrated, debuted in 2024, timed to Churchill’s 150th anniversary of the Kentucky Derby. The dining space offers guests a modern, sophisticated race day experience as part of the racetrack’s $200 million reimagined Paddock Project.
Kostek is a multi-time Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model and cover star, first rising to prominence after winning the inaugural SI Swim Search, and has since built a dynamic career across fashion, television and lifestyle. Known for championing authenticity, confidence and inclusivity, Kostek brings her vibrant energy and national following to one of sports and culture’s most iconic weekends.
Burleson is an NFL alumnus, television host and entrepreneur who has become one of the most recognizable personalities in sports and entertainment broadcasting. A former wide receiver, currently a co-host of CBS Mornings and the host of Hollywood Squares, Burleson is also an analyst on The NFL Today on CBS and co-host of NFL Slimetime on Nickelodeon. Known for his dynamic on-air presence and versatility across sports, news and entertainment, Burleson continues to build a growing career as a media personality and entrepreneur.
Club SI at Churchill Downs is the first permanent Club SI venue, but it is part of a larger push by Sports Illustrated to bring premium, fan-first hospitality to the world’s biggest sporting events. Club SI is designed to immerse guests in the energy and culture of race day through elevated dining, high-touch service, and behind-the-scenes access overlooking the Paddock and Paddock Runway. The design of the space reinforces that connection, with iconic Sports Illustrated covers and editorial imagery from historic Kentucky Derby moments woven throughout, alongside a glimpse into the brand’s new SI Resorts vertical. Together, the experience underscores how Sports Illustrated extends its authority beyond media and into live environments that give fans closer access to the moments, settings, and stories that define sports culture.
Club SI is open on premium race days throughout the year at Churchill Downs. Guests have the option to book dining tables, indulge in gourmet dishes from the curated Chef’s Table Buffet, visit dedicated wagering windows and private bars, and enjoy outdoor trackside viewing for live races. Steps from the club, guests are treated to the SI Enclosure, which delivers a front-row experience of the Paddock with covered outdoor dining tables.
Limited tickets for the 152nd Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby are available and can be secured by calling (502) 636-4447 or visiting www.kentuckyderby.com.
About Churchill Downs Racetrack
Churchill Downs Racetrack (“CDRT”), the world’s most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875. Located in Louisville, CDRT features a series of themed race days during Derby Week, including the Kentucky Oaks, and conducts Thoroughbred horse racing during three race meets in the Spring, September and Fall. CDRT is located on 175 acres and has a one-mile dirt track, a 7/8-mile turf track, a stabling area, and provides seating for approximately 60,000 guests. The stable area has barns sufficient to accommodate 1,400 horses and a 114-room dormitory for backstretch personnel. CDRT also has a year-round simulcast wagering facility. www.ChurchillDowns.com.
About The Kentucky Derby
The $5 million Kentucky Derby takes place on the first Saturday in May at historic Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. Inaugurated in 1875, the legendary 1 ¼-mile race for 3-year-olds is the longest continually held major sporting event in the United States and the first leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown series. Also known as, “The Run for the Roses®” and “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports®,” the Kentucky Derby is the most attended horse race in the nation. The 152nd Kentucky Derby will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026. For more information, please visit www.KentuckyDerby.com.
About Sports Illustrated
For over 70 years, Sports Illustrated (SI) has been recognized for shaping modern culture at the intersection of sports, lifestyle, and entertainment. SI is a 360-degree platform that unites athletes, teams and fans worldwide through quality content, innovative digital experiences, unforgettable events, and original products. Its award-winning media arm brings powerful storytelling to life through probing profiles and up-to-date news on SI.com, across social media platforms, and through its renowned print magazine whose cover is widely regarded as the most coveted space in sports media. The most trusted name in sports transcends media through SI Tickets, a fan-first ticketing platform, SI Resorts, the ultimate destination for active lifestyles & sports enthusiasts, SI Studios, the brand’s home for film, TV, and long form podcasts, and more. SI brings its unique perspective to marquee events and captivating brand activations including “SI The Party”, Club SI, the Sportsperson of the Year Awards, SI Swimsuit Launch Weekend, and the SI Circuit Series.
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