There will not be fantastic hats in the stands, however, as the COVID-19 pandemic is keeping spectators away. But even though money will be lost from the lack of attendance, the annual horse race will remain lucrative for the winner.
Here’s a look at what the winning sides will get Saturday, as well as how the Kentucky Derby purse stacks up against its Triple Crown counterparts.
MORE: Full betting guide for 2020 Kentucky Derby
What is the Kentucky Derby purse in 2020?
This year’s Kentucky Derby purse is $3 million. That’s the same purse amount as 2019.
How much money does the Kentucky Derby winner get?
The victor of the 2020 Kentucky Derby will receive $1.86 million — equivalent to 62 percent of the total prize money up for grabs.
Last year, the winner of the Kentucky Derby also received $1.86 million.
Prize money breakdown for Kentucky Derby 2020
The $3 million purse for the Kentucky Derby will be broken down among the top-five finishers in the following manner.
Kentucky Derby prize money compared to other Triple Crown races
The Kentucky Derby is the second Triple Crown race of the year; the Belmont Stakes ran in June, while the Preakness Stakes will run in October.
The Derby has the highest purse of any Triple Crown race.
