India, May 2 -- On the eve of the Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs comes alive with tradition, excitement, and high-stakes competition during the Kentucky Oaks. Now in its 151st running, this prestigious race showcases the finest 3-year-old fillies in the sport, serving as a powerful prelude to the "Run for the Roses." Known as the sister race to the Derby, the Oaks carries its legacy of glamour, grit, and grandeur.

Always held the day before the Kentucky Derby, the Kentucky Oaks stands as one of the longest-running sporting events in the United States. With a purse of $1.5 million, according to the Kentucky Derby website, the race continues to draw top-tier 3-year-old fillies and national attention.

Tradition takes centre stage as the w...