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Why is Kentucky most famous for horses?
The Kentucky Derby
How old must a horse be for the derby?
Assuming you are speaking of the Kentucky Derby: This Grade I Stakes race is for 3-year-old Thoroughbreds of either sex. A Thoroughbred technically turns its next age on January 1 of any given year. Because horses generally are born between January and June, a horse entering the Kentucky Derby, which is held in May, usually will be 3-years-old both technically (because of the January 1 date) and actually (because most are born before the early May date of the Derby) -- but there may be as much as a 4- or 5-month difference in the actual ages of the horses in the Derby.
What is the selection process of horses in the triple crown?
Horses qualify for the Triple Crown races (Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, Belmont Stakes) based on their performances in prep races leading up to the events. The Kentucky Derby field is limited to 20 horses, with preference given based on earnings in designated races. The Preakness and Belmont Stakes have similar entry criteria. Owners and trainers decide whether to enter their horses in these races based on factors like form, fitness, and suitability for the distances.
In which state are the most horses per capita?
Kentucky has the most horses per capita in the United States. Its horse industry is a significant part of the state's economy and culture, with popular events like the Kentucky Derby drawing visitors from around the world.
Who ran the fastest derby ever?
Secretariat holds the record for the fastest Kentucky Derby time, running the race in 1:59 2/5 in 1973.
