What are the horses racing at the Kentucky Derby?
It is limited to three year old thoroughbreds only. No Belgians or mustangs need apply. Geriatric Gypsy Horses go away, Premature ponies will be escorted out. All size challenged animals like Hanoverian's may leave their applications in the circular file cabinet next to the watercooler.
They are bred to run. Someone said that the Thoroughbred has been bred and inbred with a locomotive for a heart and champange glass stems for legs. Perhaps some form of Genetic discipline or engineering will be required.
What is the value of a Jim Beam 1969 Kentucky Derby decanter?
since it has the picture of Aristides the 1st Kentucky Derby winner and 95th Run for the roses and nice gold trim I would not sell mine for $100.00.
What are the five fastest horses in Kentucky Derby history?
The five fastest horses in Kentucky Derby history are as follows :
1. Secretariat [March 30, 1970 - October 4, 1989], 1:59-2/5 in 1973;
2. Monarchos [foaled 1998], 1:59.97 in 2001;
3. Northern Dancer [May 27, 1961 - November 16, 1990], 2:00:00 in 1964;
4. Spend a Buck [1982 - November 24, 2002], 2:00-1/5 in 1985;
5. Decidedly [1959 - ?], 2:00-2/5 in 1962.
Did a horse die in the Kentucky Derby?
The first horse to die in the Derby was Eight Belles in 2008. She finished the race in second place. Eight Belles died after the race during cool-down by being euthanized because of compound fractures.
How many roses are on the blanket for the Kentucky Derby winner?
554 roses make up the garland, plus an additional "crown" rose at the center. An article describing the garland and it's history: http://www.kentuckyderby.com/2008/experience/garland-roses.html adi
How many horses were in the 1955 Kentucky Derby?
1954 Kentucky Derby had a field of 17 horses:
Determine
Hasty Road
Hasseyampa
Goyamo
Admiral Porter
Correlation
Fisherman
James Session
Allied
Gov. Browning
Super Devil
Red Hannigan
Black Metal
Timely Tip
Sea O Erin
King Phalanx
Mel Leavitt
Determine was the winner; Hasty Road 2nd; Hasseyampa 3rd.
What is the name of sister race of Kentucky Derby?
The "sister race" for the Kentucky Derby is the Kentucky Oaks. The Oaks is a mile-and-an-eighth race is for 3-year-old fillies. It is held the Friday before the Derby.
What is the average age of horses racing in Kentucky Derby?
Only 3 year old Thoroughbreds are allowed to run in the Kentucky Derby. No other age is allowed.
Who was the first jockey to win the Kentucky Derby two years in a row?
Isaac Murphy was the first jockey to win the Kentucky Derby two years in a row. He won in 1890 aboard Riley and again in 1891 aboard Kingman. Murphy had also previously won in 1884 aboard Buchanan.
Who were last two horses to run in the Kentucky Derby undefeated at entry?
The answer to this and all the rest of the stats can be found at the Kentucky Derby's website.
What kinds of hats do men wear at the Kentucky Derby?
A woman is not going to be denied admission to Churchill Downs for not wearing head dress for the Derby, but it one of the more beautiful traditions of Derby Day. The Derby brings all sorts of people together--from the ultra rich in private boxes to drunken locals and college kids in the infield, so hat or not hat, everyone fits in at the Derby!
Was a horse injured in the Kentucky Derby race?
a horse has died this horse won but broke all 4 of its legs they had to put it down (die)
Winner of the Kentucky Derby 121?
Animal Kingdom won the 137th Kentuky Derby. John Velazquez was the jockey. It was his first Kentucky Derby win.
It is the registered trademark of a 'Derby Pie' which is a chocolate and walnut tart which is sometimes called a May Day Pie or a Pegasus Pie and made with alternative ingredients to avoid legal troubles.
How many miles are there in 5 furlongs?
There are 8 furlongs in a mile. Therefore, 5 furlongs is equal to 5/8 = 0.625 miles.
What is the Name of the derby racetrack?
Louisville is the city, and the track is called church Hill downs
Who was the last filly to win the krntucky derby and when?
Rachel Alexandra recently won the Preakness. The last filly to win the Preakness was Nellie Morse in 1924.