La Scène: South Walton, Florida, Takes the Derby 2025

The 151st Running of the Kentucky Derby, presented by Woodford Reserve, took place May 3, 2025, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. It was won by Sovereignty—who entered the race off of a win in the Fountain of Youth Stakes and a second-place finish in the Florida Derby—and jockey Junior Alvarado. Despite some rain, Churchill Downs reported an attendance of 147,406 for this year’s main event. In the stands were several couples and friends who traveled to Louisville from South Walton, Florida, to take part in the festivities. Fun fact: All 19 participants in the 2025 Kentucky Derby could trace their lineage to 1973 winner and Triple Crown champion Secretariat.

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