As a continent, the economy of Europe is currently the largest on Earth and it is the richest region as measured by assets under management with over $32.7 trillion compared to North America's $27.1 trillion in 2008.urope is the world's second-smallest continent by surface area, covering about 10,180,000 square kilometres (3,930,000 sq mi) or 2% of the Earth's surface and about 6.8% of its land area.
Within the seated sections of Churchill Downs, you will find hats of elegance and style. Generally speaking, women wear wide-brimmed, âSouthern Belleâ inspired Kentucky Derby hats. The hats can be decorated with flowers, feathers, bows and ribbons of any color to express creativity and individuality.
The rose garland, now synonymous with the Kentucky Derby, is the source of the nickname Run for the RosesÂ® and has a history almost as long as the Derby itself. 1896 - The rose garland first appeared when the winner, Ben Brush, received a floral arrangement of white and pink roses. 1904 - The red rose became the official flower of the Kentucky Derby. 1925 - New York sports columnist Bill Corum famously dubbed the Kentucky Derby the Run for the RosesÂ®.. 1932 - The garland as it exists today was first introduced for the 58th running, won by Burgoo King.