Derby Lingo
History
Famous horses
Facts
100
The official drink of the Kentucky Derby. It is an iced drink consisting of bourbon, mint, and a sweet syrup and is traditionally served in a commemorative Kentucky Derby glass.
What is Mint Julep
100
This horse won the 2010 Kentucky Derby.
Who is Super Saver
100

This triple Crown winner still holds the fastest time for the Kentucky Derby at 1:59.40

Who is Secretariat

100
Some refer to the Kentucky Derby as the "Run for the____"
What is Roses
200
Thick, meaty stew that is the traditional meal of the Kentucky Derby.
What is Burgoo
200

This year, we will celebrate the _____ Kentucky Derby.

What is 148th

200

The only horse to win the triple crown undefeated in every race prior. (hint: he is one of the more recent triple crown winners)

Who is Seattle Slew

200
The Kentucky Derby race is ________ miles long.
What is 1.25
300
The premium seating area that houses all of the rich and famous Kentucky Derby guests during the races.
What is Millionaire's Row
300

The Kentucky derby was first run in this year.

1875

300

The last gelding to win the Kentucky Derby

Who is Mine that Bird

300
This is the average age of a Kentucky Derby thoroughbred.
What is 3 years old
400
A series of three races, the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and the Belmont Stakes, that is run annually by a group of thoroughbred horses.
What is the Triple Crown
400
This is the day the Kentucky Derby is held each year.
What is the first Saturday in May
400

In 1937, this horse was the 4th triple crown winner. He won the Kentucky Derby by 8 lengths, The Preakness by a head, and the Belmont by 3 lengths despite stumbling out of the Gate and tearing away portions of one of his front hooves.

Who is War Admiral

400
The record time for the Kentucky Derby race.
What is 1:59.40
500
The flat, grassy area inside of the track; best-known for hosting the largest Kentucky Derby party.
What is the Infield
500
The first Kentucky Derby was run in this year.
What is 1875
500

This horse is the oldest living Derby winner. He won the 1979 Kentucky Derby and Preakness.

Who is Spectacular Bid

500
Out of the 38 fillies that have enter the Kentucky Derby since its beginning, only this many have won.
What is 3