In the 151st Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, Sovereignty triumphed over Journalism in a nail-biting finish on a rainy day, marking the first Derby run on a muddy track since 2019. Ridden by Junio Alvarado, Sovereignty fought off a strong challenge from the race favorite, Journalism, who was piloted by Umberto Rispoli. The race was impacted by the weather, with relentless rain throughout the day. Additionally, significant contenders Grande and Rodriguez were scratched earlier due to injuries, altering the dynamics of the field of 19 3-year-olds.
Sovereignty outdueled Journalism down the stretch on a muddy track to capture the 151st Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, showcasing a thrilling finish.
Trained by Bill Mott, Sovereignty edged out the 7-2 favorite Journalism, who put up a strong fight but couldn't maintain pace in the final furlong.
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