Bob Baffert Claims Record 7th Derby Win at 151st Running

A dramatic finish at the 151st Kentucky Derby saw trainer Bob Baffert capture a record-breaking seventh victory with his colt “Citizen Bull.” Baffert’s return to Churchill Downs follows a 3-year ban after his 2021 winner tested positive for a banned substance. Many watchers felt this was a redemption moment, though animal welfare groups staged protests highlighting medication issues. The race itself featured a tense stretch duel between Citizen Bull and a longshot rival, electrifying a crowd of over 150,000. Jockey Juan Hernandez claimed his first Derby triumph, guiding Citizen Bull with a skillful rally down the final furlong. While doping controversies linger, fans celebrated the comeback storyline and the enduring allure of “the greatest two minutes in sports.”