Sovereignty triumphed over the favorite Journalism to win the 151st Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, completing the race in 2:02.31. Ridden by Junior Alvarado and trained by Bill Mott, Sovereignty secured victory by one and a half lengths in front of 147,046 spectators, benefiting from a fast-paced race. This win marked a significant achievement for the Godolphin team, who also claimed victory in the Kentucky Oaks and 2000 Guineas, while Simone Biles performed the pre-race ‘riders up’ call amid muddy conditions affecting the track.
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