Inaugurated in 1875, the race was originally 1 1⁄2 miles until 1896 when it was shortened to its current distance (1 1⁄4 miles). It is the only one of the three races to have been continuously run from its inception. It is dubbed "The Run for the Roses," stemming from the blanket of roses draped over the winner.
Data as of November, 2019.