144th Kentucky Derby

Spectators watch Promises Fulfilled, ridden by jockey Corey Lanerie, and Justify, with Mike Smith aboard, lead the field into the first turn during the 144th running of the Kentucky Derby.

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May 5, 2018 12 AM PT

Photos from the 144th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Down in Louisville, Ky., on May 5, 2018.

Promises Fulfilled on the rail and Justify on the outside begin to churn around the first turn during the 144th running of the Kentucky Derby.

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Mike Smith guides Justify down the homestretch ahead of the field during the 144th Kentucky Derby.

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Justify, with Mike Smith aboard, nears the finish line ahead of Audible (5) and Good Magic (6) during the Kentucky Derby on Saturday

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With the Chuchill Downs spires in the background, Mike Smith rides Justify to victory in the 144th running of the Kentucky Derby.

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Mike Smith celebrates after riding Justify to victory during the 144th running of the Kentucky Derby.

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Jockey Mike Smith celebrates after riding Justify to victory during the 144th running of the Kentucky Derby.

(Darron Cummings / Associated Press)

Jockey Mike Smith poses with Justify for a photo in the Winner’s Circle after winning the 144th Kentucky Derby.

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