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Rich Strike overcomes 80-1 odds to win 148th Kentucky Derby

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Rich Strike overcomes 80-1 odds to win 148th Kentucky Derby

Rich Strike overcomes 80-1 odds to win 148th Kentucky Derby. Jockey Sonny Leon guided Rich Strike from far back in the 20-horse field to beat 4-2 favorite Epicenter by three-quarters of a length. Zandon was another three quarters of length back and finished third. Rich strike earned $1.86 million for his second career victory. The colt was purchased by Dawson for $30,000 last fall. Calumet Farm has won a record eight Kentucky Derbies, but none since 1968.

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