- Cherie DeVaux made history by becoming the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner, as her horse Golden Tempo, ridden by Jose Ortiz, came from behind to win Saturday's race at Churchill Downs.
- DeVaux is now only the second female trainer to win any Triple Crown race, following Jena Antonucci's victory in the 2023 Belmont Stakes, achieving this milestone in her first Derby attempt eight years after starting her stable.
- Golden Tempo, a 23-1 long shot, completed the 1 1/4-mile race in 2:02.27, passing favorite Renegade just before the finish line, with Renegade placing second and Ocelli finishing third.
- Jockey Jose Ortiz secured his first Kentucky Derby win in his 11th try, showcasing his riding prowess just a day after also winning the Kentucky Oaks, fulfilling a lifelong dream witnessed by his parents.
- The race proceeded with 18 horses after several scratches, including Great White, who was removed on Saturday after flipping and throwing his jockey, and The Puma, due to a swollen leg.
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Cherie DeVaux makes history and becomes first female trainer of a Kentucky Derby winner
