Inside the Kentucky Derby

Today let's explore inside Churchill Downs racetrack at the Kentucky Derby. Find out about ticket prices, concessions, the crowd, gambling, the paddock and more. Rich Strike Wins! #KentuckyDerby

Less than 48 hours before the Derby, the #20 horse, Ethereal Road, scratched. This allowed #21 Rich Strike to enter the race. Rich Strike was not even supposed to be in the race. His odds of winning at the time the race started were 80-1. He wasn't on anyone's radar.

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[rwood]

The Derby is not a race, the Derby is an event.

[charlessomerset]

My greatest memory of my relationship with my mother was watching the Kentucky Derby with her every year. She took it seriously, dressing up in her Sunday best, even though we were just watching it on TV. And the greatest of these was watching Secretariat bring it home in 1973 when I was just eight years old. Both me and my mom nearly lost our voices we were screaming so loudly, much to the bewilderment of my younger siblings and asshole of a step-dad. We did the same thing for each leg of the triple crown that year. But even greater is my memory of the Belmont. We screamed during the first two thirds of the race, but during the last third we both fell silent, stunned at what Big Red was doing on the track. At the end of that race both me and my mom were crying. I have had very few passive moments in my life where my heart was beating that fast. My poor mother was shaking with excitement. Even my younger sister, who didn't understand what was happening, began to cry. It was an historic moment. I remember that my mom had three wishes: To visit the Colliseum in Rome, To ride with John Wayne, and to go to the Kentucky Derby. Unfortunately, none of those things happened for her. But my mother, for years afterward, talked about the races we watched together. I hope that wherever she is, she can ride in open fields and feel the wind on her face.

[melschevelle]

Great video, just bought my 150th derby tickets in section 111. This among dozens of other videos got me even more pumped❤❤❤❤❤

[jupeter]

WEll, you all were lucky to go on such a historic day!

[MissRoachy]

Thanks for taking out your time for the video!! Love it

[unclemuir]

You gave a great description of all the festivities. You may want to attend the Indianapolis 500 next. You don't need a fancy hat at Indy.

[amypankratz]

Brings back great memories. We were there for the 2022 Kentucky Derby and watched Rich Strike win. In 10 days we are heading back for the 2023 Derby. Can't wait! You're right about being the live. You can't see the races as well as on tv, but the excitement is unmatched.

[waybedeed]

The view would have been great, but the experience is priceless. Congrats on attending and being part of a historic race. Thanks for sharing.

[PeterMiller-pp]

So excited!! It’s my first (and possibly only) time!! Loved your video. Thanks so much!❤

[mylifeasjessio]

I can confirm; a live horse race is well worth it. The energy is unmatched!

[briyellorama]

Wow this was really cool to see your experience and behind the scenes. I’ve only ever watched it on tv, this was so enjoyable to come along on your walk through.

[ilimmuradov]

Thank you for explaining and showing inside the stadium, and you are right when you see on TV its not comparable when you in the stadium. Thank you 👍👍

[nestormolero]

Great video! I am a horse racing lover, so really appreciate the fantastic work you did 👏👏👏

[vxnova]

Great job here, fantastic presentation of the day,

[robertkeller]

Another Awesome job Josh! Keep them coming!

[bill]

Great video! Loved the behind the scenes insights.

[aaroneaton]

Thanks one of the best videos I have seen for the Derby

[gailconlon]

THANK YOU!! THIS WAS AWESOME 🤸‍♂️👏🏻👏🏻🏄‍♀️⭐️😘🤗🎈🌈🦋🎶🎉😘🌈🌷

[jaserobert]

Loved it. The all inclusive ticket is something Australian racing could look at.

[scottyholidayTX]

You nailed it Sir! 🎉 thank you for great video!