The 1907 Kentucky Derby was the 33rd running of the

Kentucky Derby The Kentucky Derby () is an American Graded stakes race, Grade I stakes Thoroughbred racing, race run at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The race is run by three-year-old Thoroughbreds at a distance of . Colt (horse), Colts and geldin ...

. The race took place on May 6, 1907, over a muddy track.Kentucky Derby History, 1907
/ref> The field was reduced to six competitors when Arcite and Boxara scratched.

Full results

*Winning Breeder: J. Hal Woodford; (KY)

Payout

* The winner received a

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of $4,850. * Second place received $700. * Third place received $300.

References

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