For two minutes on the first Saturday every May, nothing in the world will exists but exceptional beauty and grace as the top thoroughbred horses speed around the track looking to cross the finish line. In one of the most prominent and prestigious horse races in the world, the Kentucky Derby crowns the fastest three-year-old horse in the world. Horse lovers from across the nation travel to Louisville, Kentucky every year to watch what is known as “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports.” This elite event, which will be held May 2, 2009, is a must see for its excitement and suspense and can’t be appreciated the same from your television at home. The atmosphere at Churchill Downs in Louisville during the Kentucky Derby is one of a kind with the anticipation and appreciation for the level of racing. This event caps off a two-week long of the Kentucky Derby Festival and is the first leg of the United States Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing followed by the Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes.

While at the Kentucky Derby, enjoy a Mint Julep, which is a historic race traditional containing bourbon, mint and sugar syrup, and have a taste of the burgoo, a thick stew reflecting the popular Kentucky dish. You will be in perfect company as you watch The Run for the Roses. The nickname refers to the blanket of 554 red roses, which is awarded to the Derby champion each year. The most recent king of the track is horse Big Brown and jockey Kent Desormeaux who after sealing the crown went on toe win the Preakness Stakes and almost became a triple crown winner before falling short at the Belmont Stakes. The heart-stopping one and a quarter mile during each race is exhilarating and fulfilling and must be appreciated from the best seats in the house. Premium Seats USA can put you there, along with all of your friends, as you enjoy a beautiful weekend of top-notch horse racing and an even better experience. Cross the finish line now and purchase your tickets to one of the best sporting events in the world!