Most Kentucky Derby wins by a jockey
The current most kentucky derby wins by a jockey record is 5 wins, held by Eddie Arcaro and Bill Hartack (tied). Last checked October 14, 2026.
5
wins
Eddie Arcaro and Bill Hartack (tied)
- Holder
- Eddie Arcaro and Bill Hartack (tied)
- Record
- 5 wins
- Location
- Churchill Downs, Louisville, Kentucky, United States
- Recognized by
- Churchill Downs
- Last checked
- October 14, 2026
Sources
- kentuckyderby.com Jockey Records Kentucky Derby
- britannica.com Kentucky Derby winners
- nytimes.com Kentucky derby live updates results odds horses
- kentucky.com Spt columns blogs
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