Bolavip US https://bolavip.com/en EN Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:03:55 -0400 Bolavip US https://assets.bolavip.com/bus/logos/bolavip-square.png https://bolavip.com/en https://bolavip.com/en/sports/sovereignty-wins-thrilling-151st-kentucky-derby-with-jockey-junior-alvarado-aboard Sovereignty wins thrilling 151st Kentucky Derby with jockey Junior Alvarado aboard Sat, 03 May 2025 20:54:39 -0400 Sovereignty came away with the win in the 151st Kentucky Derby, conquering a sloppy Churchill Downs track in a race where heavy favorite Journalism was expected to take the title. But in the final stretch, veteran Venezuelan jockey Junior Alvarado showed his hunger for victory and surged ahead to capture the crown.

In a dramatic Derby finish that coincided with Sovereignty’s birthday, the replay showed jockey Junior Alvarado skillfully maneuvering the colt from the outside. Alvarado gradually closed in on Journalism, and the two horses battled neck-and-neck before Sovereignty pulled ahead in the final moments to win by a little over a length.

“‘A race that we always wanted to win,'” trainer William I. Mott declared during the celebration of his Kentucky Derby victory. This marks Mott’s second Derby win, his first coming in 2019. It’s also his second American Classic title, adding to his Belmont Stakes win.

Kentucky Derby 2025 full results

While many anticipated a victory for favorite Journalism in the Kentucky Derby, the colt ultimately finished second, a respectable result suggesting future opportunities. However, the spotlight now shines on Sovereignty, who secured his third major win and second of 2025, adding the prestigious Derby title to his Fountain of Youth Stakes victory earlier this year – both achieved with Junior Alvarado in the saddle.

  1. Sovereignty
  2. Journalism
  3. Baeza
  4. Final Gambit
  5. Owen Almighty
  6. Burnham Square
  7. Sandman
  8. East Avenue
  9. Chunk of Gold
  10. Tiztastic
  11. Coal Battle
  12. Luxor Cafe
  13. Neoequos
  14. Publisher
  15. Citizen Bull
  16. American Promise
  17. Render Judgement
  18. Flying Mohawk
  19. Admire Daytona
Jockey Junior Alvarado celebrates atop of Sovereignty #18 after winning the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby
LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY – MAY 03: Jockey Junior Alvarado celebrates atop of Sovereignty #18 after winning the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 03, 2025 in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)

How many major victories does Junior Alvarado have?

Veteran jockey Junior Alvarado boasts a significant career, securing his first major win in 2009. With the exceptions of 2019 and 2024, Alvarado has consistently added to his tally, amassing a total of 58 major victories. Throughout his career, he has partnered with notable horses such as Cody’s Wish, Just FYI, Flat Out, Mohaymen, Moreno, and Lubash.

]]> https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/Patrick-Mahomes-makes-spectacular-appearance-in-the-2023-Kentucky-Derby-20230506-0016.html Patrick Mahomes makes spectacular appearance in the 2023 Kentucky Derby Sat, 06 May 2023 13:05:39 -0400 Thanks to their secondSuper Bowl winin four years, theKansas City Chiefsare a new dynasty in theNFL. Patrick Mahomes claimed his secondNFL MVP Awardand, even with anankle injury, delivered an epic performance tobeat thePhiladelphia Eagles.

Now, Patrick Mahomeshas entered the conversation as one of the best quarterbacks in history. Last season, he wassensational throwing for 5250 yards and 41 touchdowns. Mahomes is only 27-years old. Just incredible.

Aa a result, just a few weeks ago, Patrick Mahomeswas included inTIME’s magazine list of the100 Most Influential Peoplein 2023. This weekend, the quarterback get another amazing distinction at the Kentucky Derby.

Why is Patrick Mahomes at the 2023 Kentucky Derby?

Patrick Mahomes has been invited to the Kentucky Derby to call the traditional: Riders Up! Every year, a special guest gets the honor to ‘command’the jockeys to mount their horses before the prestigious race. The quarterback is the chosen one for 2023.

As a Super Bowl championand a future Hall of Famer, Mahomes fills all the qualities needed by the Kentucky Derby’s organization as the invitee has to be “a dignitary or celebrity attendee”.

This Saturday, Patrick Mahomes will be in charge of one of the most special moments in the Kentucky Derby’s protocol. In fact, as it happens in boxing with the famous Let’s Get Ready to Rumble, the Riders Up phrase has been used throughout the years to fire all the spectators at the track and also at home watching the race.

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