5 fun facts about the Kentucky Derby

LOUSIVILLE, Ky. (MEDIA GENERAL) — The 142nd running of the Kentucky Derby will take place Saturday, May 7 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. Here are five fun facts about the race.
1. 141 years and counting
The first Kentucky Derby race occurred in 1875 making it the oldest continuously run sporting event in America.
Broker’s Tip, with jockey Don Meade up, is shown covered with roses in the winner’s circle after winning the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, Louisville