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Greatest Kentucky Derby Winners of All Time
American Pharoah or War Admiral

Pick Your Favorite

AMERICAN PHAROAH

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WAR ADMIRAL
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Why This Battle Matters

Isn't it striking how the clash between War Admiral and American Pharoah on GoatWars feels less like a comparison of achievements and more like a vivid painting of times past versus the pulse of the present? War Admiral, the iron-hearted champion of 1937, embodies the rugged, early days of horse racing while American Pharoah, 2015’s Triple Crown hero, represents the modern era's sleek efficiency and global appeal. This battle isn't just about who was faster or who won more; it's about what narrative resonates more deeply with our current generation. Does the soul of horse racing lie in its gritty, storied past or in its boundary-pushing present? Choose wisely—history's pen is in your hand.

🔥 Fan Takes

Hmm, it's tough. War Admiral's record is solid, but there's something special about American Pharoah's style.
how is this even a debate 😂 War Admiral undefeated, American Pharoah who??
Bro, American Pharoah all the way!! War Admiral was cool but c'mon, AP changed the game!

How Fans Are Voting

In this battle:

Fans currently prefer War Admiral over American Pharoah when it comes to the greatest Kentucky Derby Winners of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick War Admiral 100.0% of the time over American Pharoah.

Across all battles:

War Admiral win rate: 57.8%

American Pharoah win rate: 29.3%

Fan FAQs

Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in this league?

The top contender in the Greatest Kentucky Derby Winners of All Time league on GoatWars is currently Secretariat. You can see how all the legends stack up on the GOAT List.

What makes American Pharoah so popular despite trailing in the current matchup?

American Pharoah ended a 37-year Triple Crown drought when he won in 2015, creating a whole new generation of racing fans. His approachable story and the sheer relief and joy he brought to the sport are why fans still hold him in such high regard.

Why is War Admiral winning by so much against American Pharoah in the Greatest Kentucky Derby Winners league?

War Admiral's massive lead probably stems from his historic Triple Crown victory back in 1937 and his legendary status in horse racing. His enduring legacy and the romance of racing's golden age give him that edge in fan votes over the more recent champs like American Pharoah.