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Cherie DeVaux becomes first woman Kentucky Derby winner with Golden Tempo in 23 to 1 upset
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Published on 3 May 2026
Her lifelong shot paid off as a longshot surged late
Cherie DeVaux has made history by becoming the first woman to win the Kentucky Derby, guiding Golden Tempo to victory as a 23 to 1 longshot. Jose Ortiz rode the colt, which rallied from behind to storm past the field at Churchill Downs. DeVaux, once an assistant trainer under Chad Brown, finally fulfilled a lifelong goal with the signature win.
- Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to win the Kentucky Derby
- Golden Tempo won as a 23 to 1 longshot
- Jose Ortiz guided the late surge at Churchill Downs
- DeVaux previously worked as an assistant trainer under Chad Brown
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