Hall of Fame jockey Pat Day to receive lifetime achievement award in December

The Kentucky Derby Museum will honor Hall of Fame jockey Pat Day with its second Lifetime Achievement Award during the annual Derby in December event on Thursday, Dec. 11.

With 8,803 wins, Pat Day is the sixth all-time winningest jockey in history, with nine Triple Crown victories. The recognition highlights Day’s record-breaking success and lasting impact on the sport of horse racing.

The free event runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is hosted in partnership with the Kentucky Derby Museum, Kentucky Derby Festival, and Churchill Downs Racetrack…

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