The 1897 Kentucky Derby was the 23rd running of the Kentucky Derby. The race took place on May 12, 1897. [1] The winner received a purse of $4,850. Second place received $700. Third place received $300. [2] ^ "1897 Kentucky Derby Results Tables" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2011-08-14. Retrieved 2010-11-19.

Apr 17, 2024 · 1875 - Aristides . Time: 2:37.75 Jockey: Oliver Lewis Trainer: Ansel Williamson Historical fun fact: A crowd of around 12,000 was in attendance for the first Derby. Aristides made Derby history on Monday, May 17, 1875 as the first winner of the Kentucky Derby during the second race ever run at Churchill Downs.

With five Kentucky Derby wins apiece, jockeys Eddie Arcaro and Bill Hartack share the record for most victories. And although the race has been called “the most exciting two minutes in sports,” only two horses have crossed the finish line in under two minutes: Secretariat (1973) and Monarchos (2001).

Feb 9, 2024 · Typhoon II made history with its stunning victory at the 1897 Kentucky Derby, securing a legendary status in horse racing. Fans were captivated by Typhoon II's inspiring journey of overcoming challenges to emerge victorious as an underdog.

Discover the story of Typhoon II, the 1897 Kentucky Derby champion, and his remarkable journey in American horse racing history.

Jan 15, 2021 · Three-Year Old Season & Kentucky Derby Victory (1896): Ben Brush made his seasonal debut in the Kentucky Derby. It was the 22nd edition of the race and the first time that it would be run at a distance of 1 ¼ miles rather than 1 ½ miles. He would be facing seven horses.

Apr 9, 2015 · Today: The 23rd winner, Typhoon II (1897). Typhoon II remains the last of three Tennessee-born horses to win the Kentucky Derby as Fred “Buttons” Garner rode J.C. Cahn’s colt to a...

Apr 7, 2025 · Secretariat, the greatest racehorse in history, burst onto the worldwide scene by winning the 1973 Kentucky Derby in a world record time of 1 minute, 59.4 seconds, a mark that stands 50 years...

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Typhoon II (foaled April 17, 1894) was an American thoroughbred racehorse that was bred in Tennessee and was the winner of the 1897 Kentucky Derby. Typhoon won the Derby at 11-5 odds against the favored Ornament on a very muddy track. [1] .