135th Annual Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs May 2, 2009
Louisville, Kentucky . Mine That Bird took Kentucky by surprise in what may be the biggest upset in Derby history. The horse hugged the inside, coming from last place as if shot from a cannon. It was as if he came out of nowhere to win the 135th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. The crowd was speechless for a few seconds as if in shock, mouths wide open. Mine That Bird, a 50-1 longshot crossed the finish line 6 3/4 lengths ahead of the field. Jockey, Calvin Borel burst into tears, saying this was only the second time he'd ridden the horse.
I must admit I was in shock as well, having bet $10 on Mine that Bird because I like the number 8. Had I checked my ticket stubs when I walked away from the window I would have realized that the woman entering my bet did not put it in. Oh well....at least I know I had the winner!
The horses are wonderful to see but the hats, oh my, the hats!
Story and Photos by Sara Herbert-Galloway
To view more photos go to http://www.herbertcollection.com
Read MoreI must admit I was in shock as well, having bet $10 on Mine that Bird because I like the number 8. Had I checked my ticket stubs when I walked away from the window I would have realized that the woman entering my bet did not put it in. Oh well....at least I know I had the winner!
The horses are wonderful to see but the hats, oh my, the hats!
Story and Photos by Sara Herbert-Galloway
To view more photos go to http://www.herbertcollection.com
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Tim Schoen; Anheuser Busch and wife Diane Schoen, our host and hostess
135th Kentucky Derbyhosted in Anheuser Busch suiteMINE THAT BIRD wins. In Attendancecelebritiespoliticiansand CEO's. Tim and Diane Schoenour hosts. Sara HerbertGalloway www.herbertcollection.com
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