4th running of the Kentucky Derby
The 1878 Kentucky Derby was the 4th running of the Kentucky Derby. The race took place on May 21, 1878.[1] Winning horse Day Star set a new Kentucky Derby record with a winning time of 2:37.25.[2]
Full results[edit]
Finished | Post | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Owner | Time / behind |
1st | | Day Star | Jimmy Carter | Lee Paul | Thomas J. Nichols | 2:37.25 |
2nd | | Himyar | P. Robinson | | Barak G. Thomas | |
3rd | | Leveler | Robert Swim | | R. H. Owens | |
4th | | Solicitor | B. Edwards | | L. P. Tarlton | |
5th | | McHenry | W. James | | Gen. Abe Buford | |
6th | | Respond | Ramey | | Rodes & Carr | |
7th | | Burgundy | L. Jones | | J. M. Wooding | |
8th | | Earl of Beaconsfield | Mahoney | | A. Strauss & Co. | |
9th | | Charley Bush | J. Miller | | Jennings & Hunt | |
Post | Horse | Win | Place | Show |
| Day Star | $ 30.60[3] | | |
- The winner received a purse of $4,050.
- Second place received $200.
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