Who Named After Derby?
That was in turn named after Edward Smith-Stanley, 12th Earl of Derby, who inaugurated the race in 1780. Derby (horse race) Name French Derby (more often known as Prix du Jockey Club) Distance 2100 metres (1.30 miles; 10.44 furlongs) Restrictions 3 yr olds colts and fillies First race 1836 Day Early June How was the …