Epsom Derby: History, Winners, Results & Latest News
Epsom Derby Hub | History, Winners, Results & Latest News
The Epsom Derby is the most prestigious Flat horse race in Britain,
run annually at Epsom Downs Racecourse and forming part of the British Classics.
About the Epsom Derby
The Epsom Derby is a Group 1 Flat race run over 1 mile 4 furlongs and 6 yards at Epsom Downs in Surrey.
First run in 1780, it is widely regarded as the ultimate test for three-year-old colts and fillies.
History
The race was established in 1780 by the Earl of Derby and Sir Charles Bunbury.
Diomed won the inaugural running, and the event quickly became Britain’s most prestigious Flat race.
The Derby has since influenced major international races, including the Kentucky Derby in the United States.
Recent Winners
- 2026 – Christmas Day
- 2025 – Lambourn
- 2024 – City Of Troy
- 2023 – Auguste Rodin
- 2022 – Desert Crown
Race Details
- Location: Epsom Downs Racecourse, Surrey
- Distance: 1 mile 4 furlongs 6 yards
- Surface: Turf
- Qualification: Three-year-old colts and fillies
- Class: Group 1 Classic
Famous Winners
- Sea Bird (1965)
- Nijinsky (1970)
- Diomed (1780)
- Shergar (1981)
- Lammtarra (1995)
- Galileo (2001)
- Sea the Stars (2009)
Latest Epsom Derby News
Stay updated with previews, results, and race analysis from Epsom Downs throughout the season.
Why It Matters
The Epsom Derby is considered the ultimate test of speed, stamina, and class,
often defining a horse’s legacy and breeding value.