1908 Kentucky Derby
The 1908 Kentucky Derby was the 34th running of the Kentucky Derby. The race took place on May 5, 1908. Muddy track conditions made the winning time 2:15.20 the slowest Derby ever. The winner was 61-1 and marked the last time that the winner lost his most recent race by 10 or more lengths.
Full results
- Winning Breeder: '''James [Ben Ali Haggin|James B. A. Haggin]; '''
Payout
- The winner received a purse of $4,850.
- Second place received $700.
- Third place received $300.