ALTOONA, Iowa — While crowds of Derby enthusiasts headed to Kentucky for the 151st running, some fans enjoyed the races at Prairie Meadows in Altoona.
The 151st Kentucky Derby was an exciting event this year, with some unexpected wins and some unfortunate soggy weather. Journalism was the favorite this year, with 3-1 odds, but didn’t quite match up against Sovereignty who pulled ahead for the win.
While Kentucky may be the center for horse racing, Prairie Meadows and central Iowa boast some pretty enthusiastic fans as well.
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“I’m a huge horse racing fan, we actually own a couple racehorses, quarter horses. I’ve just been a Kentucky Derby fan my entire life and it’s a great festivity to come out and get together, we are seeing a lot of people we know, everyone is having a good time,” said Erin Jackson…