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Kentucky Derby quiz! How well do you know the historic American horse race?

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The 150th Kentucky Derby takes place on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.

The iconic American horse race usually includes 20 jockeys and their horses — all fighting for a spot in the winner’s circle. How well do you know this historic race? See if you can get all these questions right!

Which three horse races make up the American Triple Crown?

Kentucky Derby, Belmont Stakes, The Grand NationalKentucky Derby, Ascot Racecourse, The Grand NationalKentucky Derby, Belmont Stakes, Preakness StakesKentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, Epsom Derby

Why is it popular for women to wear hats at the Kentucky Derby?

Signifies statusAttracts beesBears good luckProtects against potential rain

The first Kentucky Derby took place in what year?

1852187519011917

Which of the following is NOT a name of a Kentucky Derby horse in the 2024 race?

Sierra LeoneJust a TouchForever YoungLong Legs

How many starting horses ran in each of the Kentucky Derby races that were held in 1892 and 1905?

3102230

What is the traditional drink served at the Kentucky Derby?

MojitoMint julepHoney deuceWhiskey sour

There has never been a female jockey winner of the Kentucky Derby — true or false?

TrueFalse

Situated in front of the Kentucky Derby Museum is a 1,500-lb. sculpture of this 2006 Kentucky Derby winner, with his ashes buried beneath it — which horse is it?

Seattle SlewMine That BirdGo for GinBarbaro

What is the actual distance of the Kentucky Derby race?

1.25 miles1.5 miles2 miles2.5 miles

How long does the Kentucky Derby race itself usually last?

Under 30 secondsApproximately 2 minutes10 minutes15 minutes

Which English derby inspired William Clark to create a horse racing event in the United States?

St. Leger StakesThe Grand NationalEpsom DerbyThe Oaks

How much does the Kentucky Derby winner’s trophy weigh?

3.5 lbs12.5 lbs15 lbs19 lbs

The Kentucky Derby is almost always held on the first Saturday in May — true or false?

TrueFalse

What was the name of the first horse ever to win the Kentucky Derby?

AristidesAffirmedSmarty JonesMonarchos

Which Kentucky Derby-winning horse was disqualified after failing a drug test?

SecretariatSeattle SlewFunny CideMedina Spirit

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Brittany Kasko is a lifestyle production assistant with Fox News Digital. 

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