LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) 鈥� The marks its 152nd running, continuing its legacy as America鈥檚 longest continuously held sporting event. Known as the 鈥淩un for the Roses鈥� and the first leg of the Triple Crown of thoroughbred racing, the race is held each year on the first Saturday in May at Churchill Downs in Louisville. Often called 鈥渢he most exciting two minutes in sports,鈥� the Derby blends high-speed competition with elaborate fashion and deep-rooted tradition.
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