The 1901 Kentucky Derby was the 27th running of the Kentucky Derby. The race took place on April 29, 1901.
Full results Finished Post Horse Jockey Trainer Owner Time / behind 1st His Eminence Jimmy Winkfield Frank B. Van Meter Frank B. Van Meter 2:07.75 2nd Sannazarro Winfield O'Connor William M. Hayes William M. Hayes 3rd Driscoll Jimmy Boland Woodford Clay Woodford Clay 4th Amur James Dupree George J. Long 5th Alard Scheck Johnny Woods John F. Schorr John W. Schorr 5
Winning breeder: Overton H. Chenault (KY)
Payout The winner received a purse of $4,850. Second place received $700. Third place received $300.
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