The 1997 Kentucky Derby was the 123rd running of the Kentucky Derby. The race took place on May 3, 1997, and was won by Silver Charm, ridden by Gary Stevens. [1]

1997 Kentucky Derby winner Silver Charm winning the first leg race of the elusive Triple Crown. 12 years later and it still doesn't get any better than this.

The Kentucky Derby began Silver Charm’s partnership with jockey Gary Stevens. In a thrilling finish they prevailed over Captain Bodgit and Free House. A repeat performance in the …

May 3, 1997 · 1997 Kentucky Derby G1 Date / Track: 05/03/1997, Churchill Downs Post Time: Distance: 1 1/4 m (Dirt) Age / Sex: 3 M

Jun 7, 2025 · Which horse will win the 2025 Kentucky Derby? Find all past Kentucky Derby winners, their times, payouts, trainers & jockeys.

Feb 12, 2024 · In 1997, Silver Charm won the Kentucky Derby in an impressive show of skill, determination, and teamwork. Jockey Gary Stevens and trainer Bob Baffert worked together …

Silver Charm came within three-quarters of a length of winning the Triple Crown in 1997. One of the most popular horses of the late 20th century, Silver Charm was a graded stakes winner in …

Silver Charm came out of the West today and outdueled Captain Bodgit by the length of his gray head to win the 123d Kentucky Derby in a photo finish for Bob Baffert, the white-haired trainer …

Dec 18, 2024 · The 1997 Kentucky Derby was the 123rd running of the Kentucky Derby. The race took place on May 3, 1997, and was won by Silver Charm, ridden by Gary Stevens. There …

Silver Charm, (foaled 1994), American racehorse (Thoroughbred) who in 1997 won the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes but lost at the Belmont Stakes, ending his bid for the coveted …