Kentucky Derby 2017: Standings, Finishing Times and Prize Money Results

Always Dreaming came into Saturday's 143rd Kentucky Derby as the odds-on favorite this year, and he didn't disappoint with a dominant victory at Churchill Downs.The Derby was a two-horse race for the majority of the "most exciting two minutes in sports," with Irish War Cry giving Always Dreaming a run for his money. But once the final turn came around the track, there was no doubt who was going to win.LookinAt Lee (33-1) finished in second, and Battle of Midway (40-1) came in third.NBC Sports provided video of the race:With the victory, Always Dreamingbecame thesixth straight horse to win with a perfect record as a 3-year-old, accordingtoESPN Stats & Info, who also noted the last six jockeys to win the Derby have all been Latino.It also marked the second Derby victory for jockeyJohn R. Velazquez and trainerTodd Pletcher.Here's the fullrundown of results from Churchill Downs:And here's a look at the projected purse for the top-five finishers:It wasn't much of a surprise to see Always Dreaming win, but it was a bit shocking to see how comfortable the win was despite all the hype surrounding other competing horses.However, this year's Derby wasn't as happy of an occasion for the rest of the field. Thunder Snow, who had some promise heading into Saturday, had pulled up once the horses sprinted out of the gate.He did not finish the race, and there was some concern for his well-being. Fortunately, he seems to be doing fine, per Nicole Russo ofDaily Racing Form.Looking forward, all eyes will be on Always Dreaming as he attempts to continue his success at Preakness Stakes, where he will be looking to become the first Triple Crown winner since American Pharaoh back in 2015.
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