Sovereignty reigns in 151st Kentucky Derby, outdueling favorite Journalism in the slop
Share this @internewscast.com

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Sovereignty outdueled 3-1 favorite Journalism down the stretch to win the 151st Kentucky Derby in the slop on Saturday.

Bill Mott attained his inaugural Derby victory in 2019 on a wet track when Country House was declared the winner after Maximum Security, who initially crossed the finish line first, was disqualified following a 22-minute pause.

This time, he knew right away.

Sovereignty snapped an 0 for 13 Derby skid for owner Godolphin, the racing stable of Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

The sheikh had an impressive weekend with his horse, Good Cheer, taking the Kentucky Oaks on Friday. Additionally, earlier on Saturday, Ruling Court claimed victory in Britain’s 2,000 Guineas.

Sovereignty covered 1 1/4 miles in 2:02.31 and paid $17.96 to win at 7-1 odds.

Journalism encountered issues on the first turn, prompting jockey Umberto Rispoli to steer him to the outside. At the eighth pole, he paired with Sovereignty until Sovereignty and jockey Junior Alvarado surged ahead.

Baeza was third, Final Gambit was fourth and Owen Almighty finished fifth.

Rain made for a soggy day, with the Churchill Downs dirt strip listed as sloppy and horse racing fans protecting their fancy hats and clothing with clear plastic ponchos.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

Living History Park Reopens as Part of North Augusta’s July 4th Celebration

NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. ()- Of all the July 4th celebrations Friday, North…

dispute Over Jimmy Buffett’s Estate Highlights Widow’s Inheritance as a Warning Tale

(The Conversation) – Lawyers frequently advise clients that it is crucial for…

"Challenging Day Ahead: Search Continues for Missing Children and Adults in Kerrville"

AUSTIN (KXAN) The city of Kerrville and Kerr County provided another update…

Storm Team 3: Monitoring Tropical Activity This Weekend

This weekend, the primary influence on our weather will be Tropical Depression…

Could You Be Vulnerable to a Social Engineering Attack?

(NEXSTAR) – The Federal Bureau of Investigations issued a warning on Friday…

How Weather Contributed to the Devastating Flash Floods in Texas

WASHINGTON – The air was saturated with moisture, which powered a slow-moving…

20% of new car buyers are opting for $1,000 monthly payments

(NewsNation) — Once considered rare, $1,000 car payments are fast becoming the…

Worldwide Backing as Dalai Lama Celebrates 90th Birthday Amidst Challenges with China

The spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhists, the Dalai Lama, marked his 90th…

Recognizing the Signs of Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke

SAVANNAH, Ga. () — Staying cool might be easy if you work…

Storm Team 3: Monitoring Chantal & Local Effects Expected

Passing showers will continue tonight into Sunday. Winds will remain breezy, but…

Eight Men Deported to South Sudan by US After Lengthy Legal Disputes

WASHINGTON (AP) — In May, eight men were deported from the United…

Dog Rescued from Eaton Fire Gets a New Home

When firefighters battled the flames of the Eaton Fire earlier this year,…