$254 long shot wins Kentucky Derby after race eve call-up

Rich Strike won the Kentucky Derby. He was only included in the race due to a late scratching. The colt trained by Eric Reed paid $163.60 on course and $254 with Australian bookmakers.

Rich Strike won the Kentucky Derby. He was only included in the race because Ethereal Road was scratched. Jockey Sonny Leon guided him from well back in 20-horse field to win. It was his second career victory. He earned $1.86 million. The colt was purchased by Rick Dawson for $30,000 last fall. Calumet Farm has won a record eight Kentucky Derbies. They haven't won since 1968. Forward Pass was placed first via disqualification. This year's winner was Epicenter. Epicenter was the favorite. Rich Strike was beaten by Epicente in Louisiana Derby in March.