14 traditions that make the Kentucky Derby unlike any other event in sports

Scott Davis
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  • The Kentucky Derby is one of the unique sporting events in American sports.

  • The two-minute race is the longest-running sporting event in the U.S., dating back to 1875.

  • From the hats to the cocktails, wagers, and more, here are all the reasons to love the Kentucky Derby.

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The Kentucky Derby is one of the most popular, fun events in American sports.

Often dubbed "The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports," the Kentucky Derby is a day-long party built around a 1.25-mile horse race.

From the hats, funky clothes, traditional cocktails, wagers, glamour, and history, here are all the reasons the Kentucky Derby is unlike any other sporting event in the U.S.

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