The Kid's First Derby



Photo Title

The Kid's First Derby

Photographer/Creator

Karl Kuntz

Collection

Publisher

Kentucky Post

Caption/Description

Steve Cauthen is under guard by Louisville police after winning the Kentucky Derby due to the mob of press and fans. Cauthen and Affirmed crossed the finish line approximately one length ahead of Alydar. After winning, Steve was hugged by Affirmed's owner. Two of Steve's fans proclaim Steve's accomplishment.

Citation

Karl Kuntz, "The Kid's First Derby," in POYi Archive, Item #9397, http://archive.poy.org/items/show/9397 (accessed November 23, 2024).

Date Added

07.04.2008