What’s in a (Race) Name? The Man Behind the Derby
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There is no horse race more iconic in the United States than the Kentucky Derby, a race that has been contested every year without a miss since 1875. Held at Churchill Downs, the prestigious race serves as the first leg of the Triple Crown and is often considered to be the one race that everyone involved in the sport would like to win.
But where did the Kentucky Derby get its famous name? The “Kentucky” part is obvious; Churchill Downs is located in Louisville, Ky. But what about the “Derby”?