The Kentucky Derby is an annual horse race that has been held since 1875. It is one of America’s oldest sporting events, drawing in crowds of over 150,000 people and millions of viewers watching from home. This year’s Kentucky Derby is set to take place on May 6 and May 7, 2022, and the post positions have already been announced. Let’s take a look at the post positions and some fun party printables to use while watching the race.
Post Positions
The post positions for the 2022 Kentucky Derby have been set, with 20 horses set to compete for the prestigious title. The post position draw is always an exciting event that sets the stage for the race. Horses are assigned a post position, which determines the starting gate they will use on race day. The earlier the post position, the closer the horse will be to the inside of the track, which can be an advantage in a crowded field. Here are the post positions for this year’s Kentucky Derby:
1. Known Agenda
2. Like the King
3. Brooklyn Strong
4. Keepmeinmind
5. Sainthood
6. O Besos
7. Mandaloun
8. Medina Spirit
9. Hot Rod Charlie
10. Midnight Bourbon
11. Dynamic One
12. Helium
13. Hidden Stash
14. Essential Quality
15. Rock Your World
16. King Fury
17. Highly Motivated
18. Super Stock
19. Soup and Sandwich
20. Bourbonic
As we can see, Essential Quality is in post position number 14 and is the morning-line favorite for the race.
Kentucky Derby Party Printables
Throwing a Kentucky Derby party is a fun way to get together with friends and family and celebrate the race. Here are some free printable party decorations to help set the mood:
Post Positions and Jockey Jerseys
Print out this party printable to keep track of the post positions of each horse, and the corresponding jockey jerseys. Place it near the TV for easy viewing during the race.
Kentucky Derby Word Search
Get your party guests involved with this fun Kentucky Derby-themed word search. Print out multiple copies and see who can finish first.
Kentucky Derby Betting Slips
Add a little friendly competition to your Kentucky Derby party with these fun betting slips. Have each guest fill one out before the race, and see who comes out on top.
Horse Racing Bingo
Make the race even more exciting with this horse racing-themed bingo game. Print out multiple cards and see who can get bingo first.
Kentucky Derby Invitations
Set the tone for your Kentucky Derby party with these beautiful invitations. Print them out and send them to your guests to get them excited for the big day.
There are endless possibilities for throwing a fun Kentucky Derby party. And with these printables, it’s easier than ever to add some theme-appropriate decorations and games to your celebration. Have fun, and may the best horse win!
