Medina Spirit crossed the finish line first Saturday at the 147th Kentucky Derby, giving trainer Bob Baffert his record seventh Derby win.
Unbeaten Essential Quality had been the favorite for the 147th Run for the Roses.
Fans were back at Churchill Downs for this year’s festivities. Last year’s Derby was run on Labor Day weekend in virtual silence and out of sequence as the Triple Crown’s second jewel instead of its first. It was moved from the first Saturday in May for the first time in 75 years.
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What are the post positions for the 2021 Kentucky Derby?
Post positions were announced on April 27. The favorite, Essential Quality, was trained by Brad Cox, who is a Louisville, Kentucky native. Essential Quality currently draws the No. 14 position.
See more on Essential Quality and other positions on NBC Sports.
What will the winner of the Kentucky Derby receive?
In addition to a blanket of hundreds of red roses, the winner for the day will receive the Kentucky Derby Trophy and will be given an honors spot in the Winner’s Circle. This year, the Derby purse has reached $3 million. That means the winner will take home over 60% of that amount, which is about $1.86 million, according to CNBC.
How many races are there on Derby day?
There will be 14 races at Churchill Downs on May 1. The Kentucky Derby will take place at 6:57 p.m. Eastern/ 3:57 p.m. Pacific.
Here is the full race schedule.
What is the weather at Churchill Downs expected to be like for the Kentucky Derby?
According to local forecasts, skies are expected to be pretty clear with highs in the low to mid 70s in the afternoon.