1949 marked the first year the Derby was locally televised. Three years later, in 1952, the Kentucky Derby made its debut on national TV. Horses and Jockeys In 1973, Secretariat became the fastest Derby winner in history with a time of 1:59.40, a record that still stands. Three years ...
Watch the Kentucky Derby If you can’t make it in person, no need to fret, as the Derby is televised every year. Gather your friends and family, bring out the snacks and the mint juleps, and just enjoy the races in the comfort of your own home. Read up on the history There’s ...
Kentucky Derby is more popular than most any other horse race because it pays out more cash than any other race during the year. Since it is so heavily televised, thousands of bettors see the fate of their bet happen in front of their eyes in just a matter of seconds; it is truly an...