150th Kentucky Derby

SOURCE www.kentucky.com
Mystik Dan wins the 150th Kentucky Derby in a historic photo finish, providing the first Oaks-Derby double since 1952. Trainer Kenny McPeek and jockey Brian Hernandez Jr. make history with their victory.

Key Points

  • First Oaks-Derby double since 1952
  • Closest finish in Derby history
  • One of the few three-horse photo finishes in Derby history

Pros

  • Mystik Dan's victory in a historic photo finish
  • Trainer Kenny McPeek and jockey Brian Hernandez Jr. achieving the Oaks-Derby double

Cons

  • Significant delay in determining the winner due to the photo finish