Kentucky Derby- History & Traditions
Name the song that is traditionally played as the horses approach the starting gate.
What is "My Old Kentucky Home"?
The Kentucky is the first leg of this prestigious racing series.
What is the Triple Crown?
Cinco de Mayo commemorates this event.
What is the Battle of Puebla?
In what year was the very first Kentucky Derby run?
What is 1875?
This is the traditional nickname for the Kentucky Derby.
What is "The Run for the Roses"?
True or False: Cinco de Mayo is Mexico's Independence Day.
What is False? (Independence Day is September 16th.)
This horse holds the record for the fastest Kentucky Derby time, winning in 1:59.40 in 1973.
Who is Secretariat?
At what age are the Thoroughbred horses allowed to compete in the Derby?
What is Three Years Old?
What is 1862?
Trainer with the most Kentucky Derby wins.
Who is Bob Baffert?
This number is the maximum number of horses allowed to start the Kentucky Derby.
What is 20?
Number of fillies (female horses) that have won the Kentucky Derby in its history.
What is Three?
Total length of the Kentucky Derby in miles.
What is 1 1/4miles (or 10 furlongs)?