1896 Kentucky Derby
The 1896 Kentucky Derby was the 22nd running of the Kentucky Derby. The race took place on May 6, 1896. This was the first Derby held at the current distance of. Accordingly, the winning horse, Ben Brush, set the Derby record at that distance with a time of 2:07.75.- Winning breeder: Runnymede Farm
Payout
- The winner received a purse of $4,850.
- Second place received $700.
- Third place received $300.
