How much weight do the race horses in the Kentucky Derby carry?

Question

How much weight do the race horses in the Kentucky Derby carry?

Answer 1

colts and geldings...carry...126lbs

fillies.....121lbs

but they all must go that 1 1/4 mile to be the victor, of the most

exciting 2 minutes in sports, on the 1st Saturday in may at old

Churchill downs.....good luck and good racing......

Answer 2

Horses are too old for the Kentucky Derby, since horses are at least 5. Kentucky Derby age limit is three.

Colts and geldings carry 126 lbs, and Fillies carry 121 lbs.

Answer 3

As stated earlier:  Colts and geldings carry 126lbs. and fillies 121lbs.  Now most jockeys don't weigh that much, including their equipment, so the difference is made up with lead weights that fit under the saddle.

Answer 4

I believe it is 126 pounds for all horses.