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2021 Kentucky Derby Tickets

The Winning Tradition

When it comes to the bloodline of horses running for the roses at Churchill Downs few turn out champions like Kentucky. Click a green state to see how many champions call the state home.

Birthplace by the Numbers Horse(s) Most Recent Winner 15 States 136 Horses 106 Most Horses Kentucky has birthed more winning derby horses than any other state.

Sizing up the Competition 8 inches and 8 pounds. That's the window of variance between the last 20 years of champion jockey's at the Kentucky Derby. Smallest Average Tallest Height 5' 7" Weight 114 lbs. Height 5' 4" Weight 112 lbs. Height 4' 11" Weight 109 lbs.

Stars in the Running The Kentucky Derby draws crowds from all over the world, including some of the worlds most recognizable faces. George Steinbrenner Former New York Yankees Owner

Year 1977 & 2005

Horse(s) Steve's Friend & Bellamy Road

Finished 5th & 7th Joe Torre Los Angeles Dodgers Manager

Year 2010

Horse(s) Homeboykris

Finished 16th Rick Pitino Louisville Cardinals Basketball Coach

Year 2013

Horse(s) Goldencents

Finished 17th MC Hammer Musician

Year 1992

Horse(s) Dance Floor

Finished 3rd Jenny Craig Weight Loss Guru

Year 2010

Horse(s) Sidney's Candy

Finished 17th Steven Speilberg Director/Writer

Year 2003

Horse(s) Atswhatimtalknbout

Finished 4th

Out of the Gates Since the introduction of the starting gates at Churchill Downs in 1930, winning odds have been measured by more than just the horse in the race. Scroll down to see witch post position has the best odds of cashing in at the Kentucky Derby.