Kentucky Derby 2024 Results: Final Race Chart, Finishing Times, Purse

Mystik Dan wins thrilling 150th Kentucky Derby in photo finish, becomes first horse to win both Derby and Oaks in 70 years.

The 150th Kentucky Derby was an intense race that required a photo finish to determine the winner among three horses. Mystik Dan, with odds of 16-1, emerged victorious in front of a record-breaking crowd of over 156,000 spectators. The thrilling race saw Mystik Dan narrowly holding off Sierra Leone (5-1) and Forever Young (6-1) at the finish line.

Fierceness, the betting favorite at 7-2, started strong but ultimately finished in 15th place. Mystik Dan's trainer, Kenneth McPeek, made history by winning both the Derby and the Kentucky Oaks in the same weekend, a feat not achieved since 1952.

The purse for the 2024 Derby was a guaranteed $5 million, with Mystik Dan taking home $3.1 million for the victory. McPeek praised jockey Brian Hernandez Jr., calling him an underrated rider whose skills were on full display during the historic win. The race result underwent review before being declared official, causing a moment of suspense for all involved.

Mystik Dan's impressive performance has set the stage for a potential Triple Crown bid, with the Preakness Stakes up next on May 18. The horse will look to continue its winning streak and solidify its place in racing history. The road to glory is paved with challenges, but Mystik Dan and its team are ready to face them head-on.

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