Pat Day to be honored at Derby in December event

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - The Kentucky Derby Museum is celebrating one of the historic race’s biggest legends, Pat Day on Dec. 11.

At the Derby in December event, Day will receive the museum’s second Lifetime Achievement Award and the museum will unveil a new temporary exhibit honoring Day’s career.

“We are honored to present Pat Day with our Lifetime Achievement Award this year,” said Pat Armstrong, President and CEO of the Kentucky Derby Museum. “His remarkable career, integrity, and enduring connection to the sport embody the very best of what the Derby stands for. This event is our way of celebrating both his legacy and the passion that keeps Derby traditions alive year-round.”

Day retired in 2005 with over 8,800 career wins, including the 1992 Kentucky Derby, five Preakness Stakes