Kentucky Derby The Most Popular Sporting Event

Kentucky Derby is the most popular sporting event on television especially among the female lot

. A race that took place on May 5, 2012, attracted around 14.8 million viewers. This was recorded to be an increase by 2% from what it was last year. The Kentucky Derby became the third most popular watched Derby ever since 23 years. What is more noteworthy is the fact that 51% of the viewers constitute women who age within 18 years. This makes the Derby a popular sporting event that draws more female fans than males.

The Kentucky Derby has been found to be one of the most stylish and exciting one. The 138th "Run for the Roses" has set an all time attendance record, which took place at Louisville"s Churchill Downs. About 165,000 viewers gathered to see "I"ll Have Another" win.

The crowd notable was a mix of first timers as well as veterans. While the veterans would not miss the race at any cost, the first timers too swear to return the next time. The Kentucky Derby has undoubtedly become the most popular sporting event in the country.

Kentucky Derby along with Kentucky Oaks which takes place a day prior, oozes excitement. The fancy dresses, hats, drinks, food and the tradition make way for new notes on pages of history.

With Peakness Stakes approaching on May 19, "I"ll have Another" is gathering considerable attention again. He was though not a noteworthy blip initially on the Derby radar, but a charge at the end brought about an excitement among the crowd and disappointment to Bodemeister. Bodemeister controlled the race right from the start but soon "Another" picked up the pace.

However the fact that Preakness is a way different race from Derby might make things difficult for "Another". Preakness talks of speed and only speed, while Derby requires more of a strategy. "Another" lacked the pace that would be required at Pimlico. Moreover the weather there would not be in favor of him. At Derby it was wet and rainy. Nevertheless with the amount of time remaining all predictions might lay astray. If weather conditions favor, "Another" might once again win the second lag out of the Triple Crown. However if the track runs slow, "Another" might face a tough time to compete with the top challengers on the race tracks.

Kentucky Derby indeed was a surprise win for "Another".

There are plans already on for the next year"s Derby at Kentucky. They are expecting a faster sellout for next year, looking at this year"s record sales. They say a package ticket is much better, if you are planning to be there next year. The package give you an access to track"s hospitality venues, you can also opt for swanky services like a waiter serving you food and open bar at bay. Though the splashing packages are steeply charged, it is indeed a better option considering the heat during the days of Derby.

Nevertheless there are meagerly priced seats too.

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