Fast horses can mean big money to their owners, and on May 5, some of the speediest colts on the planet will converge upon Churchill Downs to compete in the first leg of the Triple Crown, the Kentucky Derby. A total of $2 million will be up for grabs in the event, which marks its impressive 144th season. See how that purse and prize money gets shared after the race below, and don’t forget to register to make your picks.
Prize Money Breakdown for the 2018 Kentucky Derby on May 5 at the Churchill Downs Race Track
PLACE | PRIZE MONEY |
---|---|
1st | $1,240,000 |
2nd | $400,000 |
3rd | $200,000 |
4th | $100,000 |
5th | $60,000 |
TOTAL | $2,000,000 |
The 2018 Kentucky Derby allots a total of $2 million for the top five finishers of the race with the winner taking home an astounding share worth $1.24 million or almost as much as what Los Angeles Lakers rookie Kyle Kuzma earned this season ($1.42 million). Before 2005, only the top four finishers could receive a cut of the pie.
Justify is currently the favorite to win the 20178 Kentucky Derby with odds of +250, while Bold D’ oro, (+350)  Mendelssohn (+450), and Audible (+600) are also among the top contenders.
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