Horses
What animal runs in the Kentucky Derby?
Horse
Spectators often wear big, fancy versions of what?
Hats
The Derby takes place in which U.S. state?
Kentucky
Which famous horse won in 1973 and set records?
Secretariat
The Kentucky Derby is also called “The Most Exciting ___ in Sports.”
Two Minutes
Horses must be what age to race in the Derby?
Three Years Old
What minty drink is popular at the Derby?
Mint Julep
The race is held in which city?
Louisville
Winning three major races in one year is called what?
Triple Crown
The race is about how long?
1.25miles
What is the name for a male horse?
A Colt
What song is traditionally sung before the race?
"My Old Kentucky Home"
Which famous racetrack hosts the Derby?
Churchill Downs
What is the prize given to the winning owner?
A Trophy
The Derby has been run since what century?
1800s
What is the name for a female horse?
A Filly
The winning horse is covered in a blanket of what flowers?
Roses
Which country is home to the Kentucky Derby?
The United States
What do you call the horse that finishes first?
The Derby is held on the first Saturday of which month?
May
Who is person who rides the horse in the race?
The Jockey
What fashion item often matches the fancy hats people wear?
Dresses and Suits
The racetrack has twin structures called.....?
Twin Spires
Which famous undefeated horse won the Kentucky Derby in 2018?
Justify
The Kentucky Derby is part of what three-race series?
Triple Crown