Originally, the race was made up of 15. The first Kentucky Derby took place on May 17, 1875. The first Kentucky Derby winner was Aristides. The Kentucky Derby was first run at 1-1/2 miles (2.4 kilometres), the same distance as the Epsom Derby. The distance was changed in 1896 to its current 1-1/4 miles (2.0 kilometres). No Derby has ever been postponed because of rain or bad weather.
Smead ETS Color-Coded Month Label, August, Yellow, 250 labels per Pack (67458)
July is the middle month of summer. It is hot and the sun shines brightly, the sky is blue and you can't see any clouds in the sky. August is the last summer month, it is the end of summer. Sometimes it is cool in August, but there are many mushrooms, berries and fruits in August.