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Sovereignty Triumphs at the 2025 Kentucky Derby, Giving Trainer Bill Mott His First Genuine Victory
Bill Mott secures his second Kentucky Derby win with Sovereignty finishing first, marking a significant moment in the trainer's career.
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Trainer Bill Mott has claimed the Kentucky Derby for the first time with his horse Sovereignty, after previously winning in 2019 when Country House was elevated to first place. In a race held at Churchill Downs on a rain-soaked track, Sovereignty navigated the back of the pack before making a decisive move, ultimately overcoming Journalism to secure victory.
- Trainer: Bill Mott
- Jockey: Junior Alvarado
- Last Race: 2nd in the Florida Derby
- Career Record: 5 starts: 2 wins, 2 seconds
- Career Earnings: $572,800
- Best Beyer Speed Figure: 95 (2025 Fountain of Youth Stakes)
- Sire: Into Mischief
This year, Sovereignty’s performance outperformed expectations, making him a key contender in this iconic race.
