The 1917 Kentucky Derby was the 43rd running of the

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. The race took place on May 12, 1917.Kentucky Derby History, 1917
/ref> Winner Omar Khayyam, foaled in England, was the first foreign bred horse to win the Derby.

Full results

*Winning Breeder: Sir John Robinson; (

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) *Horses Penrod, Diamond, and Sol Gilsey scratched before the race

Payout

* The winner received a purse of $16,600. * Second place received $2,500. * Third place received $1,000. * Fourth place received $275.

References

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