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First Kentucky Derby
- When
- 1875-05-17
- Where
- Louisville Jockey Club Grounds
The first Kentucky Derby was held on May 17, 1875, at the Louisville Jockey Club Grounds. Aristides won the 1.5-mile race, ridden by Oliver Lewis.
The race took place on May 17, 1875, at the Louisville Jockey Club Grounds. It was a 1.5-mile run contested by 15 three-year-old horses. Aristides, trained by Ansel Williamson and ridden by Oliver Lewis, won the inaugural event before an estimated crowd of 10,000.
Sources
- 1875 Kentucky Derby Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-16
- Kentucky Derby Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-05
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