Kentucky Derby: Here's how much prize money winners Sovereignty, Journalism get?
The 2025 Kentucky Derby purse is allocated as follows:
1st Place: $3.1 million
2nd Place: $1 million
3rd Place: $500,000
4th Place: $250,000
5th Place: $150,000
Total Prize: $3.1 million
Owner's Share: Approximately 80% of the prize, or $2.48 million. The owners, Godolphin, receive the majority, per CBS Sports.
Jockey's Share: Typically 10% of the prize, or $310,000, for jockey Junior Alvarado. A portion of this may go to the jockey's agent and valet.
Trainer's Share: Typically 10% of the prize, or $310,000, for trainer Bill Mott.
Total Prize: $1 million
Owner's Share: Approximately 80% of the prize, or $800,000, split among owners Bridlewood Farm, Don Alberto Stable, Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners, Elayne Stables 5, Bob LaPenta, Mrs. John Magnier-Lessee, Derrick Smith-Lessee, and Michael Tabor-Lessee.
Jockey's Share: Typically 5% of the prize for second place, or $50,000, for jockey Umberto Rispoli.
Trainer's Share: Typically 10% of the prize, or $100,000, for trainer Michael McCarthy, based on standard splits.
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