Sewn into history.
Congratulations to @joseortizjockey for capturing the first Kentucky Derby of his career aboard Golden Tempo!
The champion rider has consistently ranked among the top jockeys during the Championship Meet with multiple wins in the Holy Bull and Fountain of Youth Stakes 🏆
Representing the pinnacle of equestrian culture, 1/ST leads the way into the Year of the Horse.
To all in our shared community and beyond, this is our year.
The 2026 Year of the Horse symbolizes intense energy, freedom, and rapid, transformative change. Representing bravery and resilience, this year encourages independence, forward momentum, and pursuing goals with passion.
To the 2026 Lunar New Year, we’re here for it.
For those who may not know, trainer @saffie_joseph_jr_racing trains both Skippylongstocking and White Abarrio, who finished first and second respectively. Joseph was visually emotional as he shares a deep, lasting bond with White Abarrio, a horse who has helped catapult his career in the sport. Despite being proud and thrilled for stablemate Skippylongstocking’s well-deserved victory, he couldn’t help but share a moment with the cornerstone of his stable, and a beloved champion, White Abarrio.
