1896 Kentucky Derby

The 1896 Kentucky Derby was the 22nd running of the Kentucky Derby. The race took place on May 6, 1896.[1] This was the first Derby held at the current distance of 1¼ miles.[2] Accordingly, the winning horse Ben Brush set the Derby record at that distance with a time of 2:07.75.

Full results

Finished Post Horse Jockey Trainer Owner Time / behind
1st Ben Brush Willie Simms Hardy Campbell M.F. Dwyer 2:07.75
2nd Ben Eder J. Tabor Hot Springs Stable Nose
3rd Semper Ego A. Perkins L.B. Ringgold 8
4th First Mate C. Thorpe Eastin & Larabie 8
5th The Dragon A. Overton James E. Pepper
6th Parson T. Britton Himyar Stable
7th The Winner W. Walker William Wallace
8th Ulysses R. Williams Ed Brown

Payout

References

  1. ^ Kentucky Derby History, 1896
  2. ^ 1874–1899: Kentucky and Louisville's Early Racing History
  3. ^ 1896 Kentucky Derby Results Tables
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