DeVaux makes history with Kentucky Derby victory
Summary
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner when her horse, Golden Tempo, won the race. Jockey Joe Ortiz rode Golden Tempo to a close victory over the favorite, Renegade, at Churchill Downs.Key Facts
- Cherie DeVaux is the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby.
- Golden Tempo won the race after coming from last place.
- Jockey Joe Ortiz rode Golden Tempo in the race.
- The race was the 152nd Kentucky Derby, held at Churchill Downs.
- Golden Tempo beat favorite horse Renegade by a neck in the final stretch.
- Joe Ortiz also won the Kentucky Oaks the day before.
- DeVaux began her career 22 years ago as an exercise rider.
- The Kentucky Derby prize money for the winners was about $3.1 million.
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