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     • The day before the Derby, over the same course and distance, the Oaks is held.
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   Which horse races are held the day before the Derby?

   • The day before the Derby, over the same course and distance, the Oaks is held. Another of the British Classic races, it is restricted to three‐year‐old fillies (female horses). The Queen has a long association with the Derby. Along with other members of The Royal Family, she is often in attendance.

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   How long is the Derby Stakes?

   • The Derby Stakes, also known as the Derby or the Epsom Derby, is a Group 1 flat horse race in England open to three-year-old colts and fillies. It is run at Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey on the first Saturday of June each year, over a distance of one mile, four furlongs and 10 yards (2,423 metres), or about 1½ miles. [ 1 ]

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   When did the Derby start?

   • The start of The Derby dates back to 1780, with the first race held on Epsom Downs in Surrey, England. Edward Smith-Stanley, the 12th Earl of Derby, named it after a coin toss with Sir Charles Bunbury. Yet, there are alternative accounts of this anecdote. The race established itself as a premier event in British horse racing.

   The Epsom Derby: A Chronicle of Excellence, Tradition, and Impact

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   Where does the Derby take place?

   • With a field limited to three-year-old colts and fillies, the Derby is run on turf on the first Saturday in June over a 1 1/2 -mile (about 2,400-metre) course at Epsom Downs, Surrey, England. The first recorded race on the Downs dates to 1661, and there were annual races there by 1730.

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   Where is the Epsom Derby held?

   • Venue: The race is held at Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey, England. The course is known for its unique, undulating track. It adds an extra challenge for the competing horses and jockeys. Race Format: The Epsom Derby is a Group 1 flat horse race open to three-year-old thoroughbred colts and fillies. It is run over 1 mile, 4 furlongs, and 10 yards.

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   Is the Derby a good horse race?

   • This adherence to quality has maintained The Derby's reputation as a test of excellence for young horses (Source: "The Derby Today," Epsom Downs Racecourse). In recent years, winners of The Derby have exemplified the epitome of equine athleticism and training.

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4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Epsom_DerbyEpsom Derby - Wikipedia

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   The Derby Stakes, also known as the Derby or the Epsom Derby, is a Group 1 flat horse race in England open to three-year-old colts and fillies. It is run at Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey on the first Saturday of June each year, over a distance of one mile, four furlongs and 10 yards (2,423 metres), or about 1½ miles. [1]

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   2021	Adayar	Adam Kirby	Charlie Appleby

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   The Derby is the richest race in the British Flat season and one of the five Classics for three-year-olds. It is the middle leg of the Triple Crown for colts, with the 2,000 Guineas and St Leger the first and third legs. Fillies are eligible for the Derby, but the race is largely contested by colts. Fifinella was the last filly to win the race in 1...

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   The Oaks is a Group 1 Flat race open to three-year-old fillies only and takes place on the Friday of the Derby festival. It is also one of five Classics and marks the middle leg of the fillies’ Triple Crown. Robert Robson won the race 13 times as a trainer in the early 1800s. In more recent times, Aidan O’Brien has won the race seven times, includi...

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   While the Derby and Oaks are the highlights of the two-day festival, Epsom hosts several other big races. The Coronation Cup, also over a mile and a half, is the only other Group 1 held at the track. It is for four-year-olds and older, and is run on the Friday of the meeting. The Dash is one of the most anticipated five-furlong handicaps of the Bri...

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7. horseracingtime.uk › articles › the-epsom-derby-aThe Epsom Derby: A Chronicle of Excellence, Tradition, and Impact

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   Jan 20, 2024 · The Oaks is held the day before the Derby. Entry and Participation : The race typically has a maximum of 20 runners. The organizers enter horses into the race months in advance.

8. www.derbytelegraph.co.uk › news › nostalgiaHistory of horseracing in Derby can be traced back to 1700s ...

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   Jun 24, 2019 · It re-opened briefly in 1846 and held just one meeting in October of that year before closing for good as, in 1847, a new racecourse, designed by surveyor Frederick Simpson, was built on land...

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9. www.britannica.com › sports › Derby-horse-raceEpsom Derby | History, Winners, & Facts | Britannica

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   Like other elite horse races, the Epsom Derby has grown into a multiday festival, featuring musical acts and events in addition to the race itself. The Oaks is also run during the Derby festival, held on the Friday before the Saturday running of the Derby.

10. www.thejockeyclub.co.uk › epsom-derbyThe Derby Festival at Epsom - The Jockey Club

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    Held on Derby Day, The Betfred Derby is the race that every jockey, trainer and owner wants to win. The race is run over a distance of 1 mile, 4 furlongs and 10 yards over an undulating course climbing the equivalent height of Nelson's Column.