1896 Kentucky Derby

The 1896 Kentucky Derby was the 22nd running of the Kentucky Derby. The race took place on May 6, 1896. This was the first Derby held at the current distance of 1+1/4 mi. Accordingly, the winning horse, Ben Brush, set the then-current Derby record at that distance with a time of 2:07.75.

Full results

 * Winning breeder: Runnymede Farm (KY)

Payout

 * The winner received a purse of $4,850.
 * Second place received $700.
 * Third place received $300.