t for a ride in the nearby fields, feeling the thrill of the wind against her face. As she galloped through the vibrant green grass, she envisioned herself racing among the best horses in the world. Suddenly, her horse stumbled, and she was thrown off, landing hard on the ground. Though shaken, she realized that her love for riding and determination would only grow stronger, fueling her dreams of the Derby even more.
Who Knew - 2010 Kentucky Derby 1-15 was released on: USA: 30 April 2010
The winner of the 2017 Kentucky Derby, Always Dreaming, received a prize of $1.24 million. This amount is part of the total purse for the race, which was $2 million. Always Dreaming, trained by Todd Pletcher and ridden by jockey John Velazquez, secured victory on May 6, 2017.
Kentucky Derby was created in 1875.
Thoroughbreds compete in the Kentucky Derby.
The Kentucky Derby is held annually in the state of Kentucky.
It was Clark who started the Kentucky Derby.
The first Kentucky Derby race was run in 1875.
The Kentucky Derby is always the first Saturday of May.
Thoroughbred horses compete in the Kentucky Derby.
Kentucky Derby Museum was created in 1984.
Orb won the 2013 Kentucky Derby.
Louisville, Kentucky is most famously known for it's Thoroughbred racing and the Kentucky Derby along with the Kentucky Oaks race, all being held at Churchhill Downs. This year's Derby begins with Opening Day on April 24, 2010.