India, May 4 -- Sovereignty beat favorite Journalism to win the 2025 Kentucky Derby on Saturday. The main event at Churchill Downs had a total purse of $5 million, distributed among the top five finishers.

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 M...