<p>Sovereignty came away with the win in the 151st <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kentucky-derby">Kentucky Derby</a>, conquering a sloppy Churchill Downs track <strong>in a race where heavy favorite Journalism was expected to take the title.</strong> But in the final stretch, veteran Venezuelan jockey Junior Alvarado showed his hunger for victory and surged ahead to capture the crown.</p>



<p>In a dramatic Derby finish that coincided with Sovereignty’s birthday, <strong>the replay showed jockey Junior Alvarado skillfully maneuvering the colt from the outside</strong>. 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.</p>



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



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<h2>Kentucky Derby 2025 full results</h2>



<p>While many anticipated a victory for favorite Journalism in the Kentucky Derby, the colt ultimately finished second,<strong> a respectable result suggesting future opportunities.</strong> 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 <strong>victory earlier this year – both achieved with Junior Alvarado in the saddle.</strong></p>



<ol><li>Sovereignty</li><li>Journalism</li><li>Baeza</li><li>Final Gambit</li><li>Owen Almighty</li><li>Burnham Square</li><li>Sandman</li><li>East Avenue</li><li>Chunk of Gold</li><li>Tiztastic</li><li>Coal Battle</li><li>Luxor Cafe</li><li>Neoequos</li><li>Publisher</li><li>Citizen Bull</li><li>American Promise</li><li>Render Judgement</li><li>Flying Mohawk</li><li>Admire Daytona</li></ol>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/05/03205344/GettyImages-2213258237-Bolavip-1-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Jockey Junior Alvarado celebrates atop of Sovereignty #18 after winning the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby" class="wp-image-390621" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>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)</figcaption></figure>



<h2>How many major victories does Junior Alvarado have?</h2>



<p>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, <strong>amassing a total of 58 major victories.</strong> Throughout his career, he has partnered with notable horses such as Cody’s Wish, Just FYI, Flat Out, Mohaymen, Moreno, and Lubash.</p>


Sovereignty wins thrilling 151st Kentucky Derby with jockey Junior Alvarado aboard

Sovereignty wins thrilling 151st Kentucky Derby with jockey Junior Alvarado aboard - Bolavip US

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<p>Thanks to their second<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/NFL-News-Patrick-Mahomes-and-Chiefs-lose-key-piece-after-Super-Bowl-win-20230218-0020.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Super Bowl win</strong></a>in four years, the<strong>Kansas City Chiefs</strong>are a new dynasty in the<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>NFL</strong></a>. Patrick Mahomes claimed his secondNFL MVP Awardand, even with an<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/NFL-News-Patrick-Mahomes-gets-major-ankle-injury-update-with-Chiefs-after-Super-Bowl-win-20230326-0017.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>ankle injury</strong></a>, delivered an epic performance tobeat the<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/philadelphia-eagles" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Philadelphia Eagles</strong></a>.</p>
<p>Now, <strong>Patrick Mahomes</strong>has entered the conversation as one of <strong>the best quarterbacks in history</strong>. Last season, he wassensational throwing for 5250 yards and 41 touchdowns. Mahomes is only 27-years old. Just incredible.</p>
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<p>Aa a result, just a few weeks ago, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Patrick Mahomes</strong></a>was included inTIME’s magazine list of the<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/sports/Messi-Mbappe-and-Mahomes-are-on-Times-100-most-influential-people-of-2023-list-20230413-0019.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>100 Most Influential People</strong></a>in 2023. This weekend, the quarterback get another amazing distinction at the <strong>Kentucky Derby</strong>.</p>
<h2>Why is Patrick Mahomes at the 2023 Kentucky Derby?</h2>
<p><strong>Patrick Mahomes</strong> has been invited to the <strong>Kentucky Derby</strong> to call the traditional: <em>Riders Up!</em> 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.</p>
<p>As a <strong>Super Bowl</strong> 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”.</p>
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<p>This Saturday<strong>, Patrick Mahomes</strong> 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 <em>Let’s Get Ready to Rumble</em>, the <em>Riders Up</em> phrase has been used throughout the years to fire all the spectators at the track and also at home watching the race.</p>


Patrick Mahomes makes spectacular appearance in the 2023 Kentucky Derby

Patrick Mahomes makes spectacular appearance in the 2023 Kentucky Derby - Bolavip US

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