Greatest Kentucky Derby Winners of All Time
Justify or Affirmed
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Why This Battle Matters
Who truly wears the crown in the pantheon of Kentucky Derby legends: Justify or Affirmed? At the heart of this clash is not just a battle of achievements, but a profound debate over the essence of racing greatness—sheer, unblemished triumph versus tested resilience. Justify, the undefeated comet, against Affirmed, the last Triple Crown winner before the modern era resuscitated the myth. What hangs in the balance is more than just a title; it's the right to define an era. Does our allegiance lie with the flawless sprint or the enduring struggle? This battle is a testament to what aspects of greatness resonates most with us.
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Affirmed over Justify when it comes to the greatest Kentucky Derby Winners of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Affirmed 75.0% of the time over Justify.
Across all battles:
Affirmed win rate: 35.6%
Justify win rate: 27.6%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender in the Greatest Kentucky Derby Winners of All Time league?
Secretariat leads the pack on the Greatest Kentucky Derby Winners of All Time GOAT List. His legendary performances still resonate deeply with fans today.
What makes Justify so popular among fans?
Justify's allure partly comes from his incredible, undefeated record, culminating in a Triple Crown win in 2018. Fans love a perfect champion, and Justify's whirlwind career left many wishing it had lasted longer.
Why is Affirmed winning by so much in the matchup against Justify?
Affirmed is crushing it probably because of the legendary status he holds as a Triple Crown winner in 1978. His enduring appeal and the romantic nostalgia surrounding his victories might be swaying more fans his way.