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There are lots of great horse races run around the world, such as the The Kentucky Derby in Kentucky, United States. Taking place on the first Weekend of May each season, this horse race always manages to get the undivided attention of the racing public. The Kentucky Derby is held over a distance of one and a quarter miles, which is the same as 2 km in metric measurements. The first Kentucky Derby was held in 1875, with this race often called "the fastest two minutes in sport". The Kentucky Derby is a iconic thoroughbred horse racing event which takes place at Churchill Downs, raced on a left-handed track made of dirt. This event is for horses of three years of age and is raced under set weight conditions of 126 pounds for colts and geldings and 121 pounds for females. This event is raced under Grade 1 conditions, which is the same class as Group 1 races in other locations around the world comparable to Australian racing derby. A strong field is always able to compete in this event, with runners fighting it out for more than $2 million in prize money. The Kentucky Derby is the number one leg of the prestigious US Triple Crown, which also features other famous events the Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes. Joined by the Peakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes, this event is sometimes known as "the fastest two minutes in sports". Together with certain racing events such as the Breeders Cup, and the other events included in the Triple Crown, the Kentucky Derby is a vital part of American horse racing. With the biggest attendance of all racing events and the widest recognition throughout the American public, this amazing race is always an awesome spectacle. The Kentucky Derby itself might be the main attraction of Kentucky Derby Day, but it is far from the only attraction that people come to see. This race is also associated with a range of racing traditions and events, such as the gourmet wonders that are julep and burgoo. The Kentucky Derby is associated with various attractions, from the eating and drinking of julep and burgoo through to the lush display of flowers given to the winner. Famously, this race is also known as "the Run for the Roses", due to the amazing flower display given to the race winner. Other special events on race day include gourmet food, entertainment, and the chance to mingle A-list celebrities.