America’s biggest horse race, the Kentucky Derby, is all set for Saturday evening. And while the event is a big day in the world of sports gambling as bettors hope to land a big payout, the real money earners are the race’s participants.
Ever wondered what the reward is for competing in the Kentucky Derby?
Well, riders must finish in the top five to earn any of the Derby’s purse, which remains at $3 million for the fourth consecutive year. The winner will receive 60 percent of the total purse, which amounts to $1.86 million. Then, $600,000 going to second, $300,000 to third, $150,000 to fourth and $90,000 to fifth.
Not a bad payout for just a few minutes of work.
