Kentucky Derby 2026 Purse: $5 Million Up for Grabs

The Kentucky Derby purse for 2026 remains $5 million for the third consecutive year, with $3.1 million awarded to the winner. The top-five horses share in the spoils, with second place taking $1 million, third $500,000, fourth $250,000, and fifth $100,000. catcrossgame.com

p>Of the winner's $3.1 million, 80% goes to the owner, 10% to the trainer, and 10% to the jockey. The jockey's share is then divided with their valet and agent. The winning owner receives a 22-inch, 14-karat gold trophy, while connections receive silver replicas.