The 1920 Kentucky Derby was the 46th running of the Kentucky Derby. The race took place on May 8, 1920, and was run at a mile and one-quarter. Paul Jones won the race by a nose after staving off Upset, who showed impressive speed on the home stretch, and On Watch, who was a close third.
Full results
- Winning Breeder: John E. Madden; (KY)
- Horses Golden Broom, Kinnoul, Simpleton, Ethel Gray, and Westwood scratched before the race.
Payout
- The winner received a purse of $30,375.
- Second place received $4,000.
- Third place received $2,000.
- Fourth place received $275.
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