1878 Kentucky Derby
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The 1878 Kentucky Derby was the 4th running of the Kentucky Derby. The race took place on May 21, 1878.[1] Winning horse Day Star set a new Kentucky Derby record with a winning time of 2:37.25.[2]
Full results
| Finished | Post | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Owner | Time / behind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Day Star | Jimmy Carter | Lee Paul | T.J. Nichols | 2:37.25 | |
| 2nd | Himyar | P. Robinson | B.G. Thomas | |||
| 3rd | Leveler | Bobby Swim | R.H. Owens | |||
| 4th | Solicitor | B. Edwards | L.P. Tarlton | |||
| 5th | McHenry | W. James | Gen. Abe Buford | |||
| 6th | Respond | Ramey | Rodes & Carr | |||
| 7th | Burgundy | L. Jones | J.M. Wooding | |||
| 8th | Earl of Beaconsfield | Mahoney | A. Strauss & Co. | |||
| 9th | Charley Bush | J. Miller | Jennings & Hunt |
Payout
| Post | Horse | Win | Place | Show |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Star | $ 30.60[3] |
- The winner received a purse of $4,050.
- Second place received $200.
References
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