T80 “Run for the Roses” Kentucky Derby Quiz

Until the gates fly open at the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 2, it’s time to test your knowledge of this year’s contenders, storylines, and buzz around the Run for the Roses. From rising favorites to fun facts you might’ve missed, this trivia will get you in the Derby spirit fast. Think you can keep pace with your latest and greatest T80 classmates? Let’s find out!

 


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1)   Where is the Kentucky Derby held each year?

  Lexington
  Louisville
  Nashville
  Cincinnati
 
2)   How long is the Kentucky Derby race?

  1 mile
  1 1/8 miles
  1 1/4 miles
  1 1/2 miles
 
3)   Why is the Derby called “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports?”

  That’s how long betting is open
  Average race time is about 2 minutes
  TV coverage length
  Tradition only
 
4)   Are elaborate hats actually a thing at the Derby?

  No, that’s a myth
  Only for VIPs
  Yes, it’s a major tradition
  Only T80 hats allowed
 
5)   About how many people attend the Derby?

  50,000
  90,000
  150,000
  300,000
 
6)   What is the official drink of the Kentucky Derby?

  Old Fashioned
  Mint Julep
  Whiskey Sour
  Jack & Coke
 
7)   What is the approximate purse for the Kentucky Derby today?

  $1 million
  $3 million
  $5 million
  $10 million
 
8)   What kind of flowers make up the famous garland?

  Tulips
  Roses
  Carnations
  Peonies
 
9)   What will be the winning time?

  Under 2:00
  2:00 - 2:00.99
  2:01 - 2:02
  Over 2:02
 
10)   What type of milk will the winning jockey request? (this is real—jockeys choose and no one knows in advance)

  Whole
  2%
  Skim
  Chocolate
  Soy
 
11)   Who will win the Kentucky Derby?

  Renegade
  Albus
  Intrepido
  Litmus Test
  Right to Party
  Commandment
  Danon Bourbon
  So Happy
  The Puma
  Wonder Dean
  Incredibolt
  Chief Wallabee
  Silent Tatic
  Potente
  Emerging Market
  Pavlovian
  Six Speed
  Further Ado
  Golden Tempo
  Fulleffort
 
This survey ended on 05/01/2026.