The 10 fastest Kentucky Derby horses in race's history entering 2026

Fun fact as you get ready for the 2026 Kentucky Derby: We've actually seen some really fast horses in recent years, with some very speedy Run for the Roses in the 21st century. All of that said, the record for the fastest 10 furlongs (that's a mile and 1/4 to you) at Churchill Downs' most prestigious race still stands. EVERY KENTUCKY DERBY HORSE NAME, RANKED: The best names in the 2026 race So if you're wondering which thoroughbreds have been the fastest in the history of the Kentucky Derby, you've come to the right place: 10.

Fusaichi Pegasus, 2000 2:01. 12 9. Mandaloun*, 2021 2:01.

10 (*remember that Medina Spirit was disqualified ) 8. Grindstone, 1996 2:01. 06 7.

Medina Spirit*, 2021 2:01. 02 (see above) 6. Proud Clarion, 1967 2:00.