| Kentucky Derby | |
| Location | Churchill Downs |
|---|---|
| Date | May 4, 1935 |
| Winning horse | Omaha |
| Jockey | Willie Saunders |
| Trainer | James E. Fitzsimmons |
| Owner | Belair Stud |
| Surface | Dirt |
The 1935 Kentucky Derby was the 61st running of the Kentucky Derby. The race took place on May 4, 1935.[1][2] The race was won by Omaha, ridden by Willie Saunders and trained by James E. Fitzsimmons.
18 horses participated in the race.[3] The victorious Omaha won the Triple Crown,[4][5][6] as he went on to win the Preakness Stakes[7][8] and the Belmont Stakes.[9]