Road to the Triple Crown
The 2018 KENTUCKY DERBY is the start of a series of horse races that is called the Triple Crown.
The 144th Kentucky Derby is running on Saturday May 5th 2018
The 144th Kentucky Derby is running on Saturday May 5th 2018
| Distance | 11⁄4 miles (10 furlongs; 2,012 m) |
|---|---|
| Record | 1:592⁄5 secs, Secretariat (1973) |
| Surface | Dirt |
| Track | Left-handed |
| Qualification | 3-year-old |
| Weight | Colt/Gelding: 126 lbs (57.2 kg) Filly: 121 lb (55 kg) |
| Purse | US$2 million 1st: $1,425,000 |
| Bonuses | US$ 200 |
The second race is called Preakness Stakes:
| Distance | 13⁄16 miles (9.5 furlongs) |
|---|---|
| Record | 1:53.00, Secretariat (1973) |
| Surface | Dirt |
| Track | Left-handed |
| Qualification | 3-year-old |
| Weight | Colt/Gelding: 126 pounds (57 kg) Filly: 121 pounds (55 kg) |
| Purse | US$1,500,000 |
The third race is called Belmont Stakes:
| Distance | 11⁄2 miles (12 furlongs) |
|---|---|
| Record | 2:24, Secretariat (1973) |
| Surface | Dirt |
| Track | Left-handed |
| Qualification | 3-year-olds |
| Weight | Colt/Gelding: 126 pounds (57 kg); Filly: 121 pounds (55 kg) |
| Purse | US$1.5 million 1st: $800,000 |
The last winner of all three races was in 2015 before that was in 1978.
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