Golden Tempo's win at Churchill Downs was the most-watched Kentucky Derby on record
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Key Points:
- The Kentucky Derby on Saturday drew a record average viewership of 19.6 million on NBC and Peacock, peaking at 24.4 million, making it the most-watched Derby in history and the largest audience for an NBC broadcast of the event.
- Golden Tempo won the race with a dramatic comeback from last place on the final turn, defying 23-1 odds to secure the victory.
- Trainer Cherie DeVaux made history as the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby, praising jockey Jose for his skillful ride.
- Golden Tempo has been invited to compete in the upcoming Preakness Stakes, though participation is uncertain, as two of the last four Derby winners have skipped the race.
- The last Triple Crown winner was Justify in 2018, highlighting the challenge of winning all three major races in the series.
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