The real Kentucky Derby has been postponed until September 5, but a virtual version of the race will take place Saturday.
While gambling isn't allowed during the virtual race, fans are encouraged to donate online with all the proceeds going to COVID-19 relief funds.
"Churchill Downs has pledged to match up to $1 million of donations with funds to be directed to the Team Kentucky Fund and Direct Relief," the organizers said in a press release. "A small percentage will be earmarked for the R.E.I.N. Fund , a program managed by Churchill Downs Foundation designed to benefit workers of the backside whose livelihood has been impacted by COVID-19 and also to help ensure essential care for horses throughout the pandemic."The virtual version of the race will take place at 5:45 p.m. ET on May 2, the same date the real event was originally scheduled for.
Provided the world has return to relative normality, the Kentucky Derby featuring real horses and real jockeys will be held on September 5.On Saturday, 13 past Triple Crown winners will compete in the virtual Kentucky Derby. Organizers have said the computer-simulated version of the race will"use data algorithms including historical handicapping information about each horse, which helps to determine the probability of their potential finishing positions.
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