The Official GOAT List: Ranking the Greatest Kentucky Derby Winners of All Time
GoatWars fans rank Secretariat the greatest of all time among Kentucky Derby Winners, with a 94.3% Goatscore.
Chasing the crown: #2 Seattle Slew (60.0%), #3 War Admiral (57.3%).
This isn’t just a list—it’s a full-speed, fan-fueled battle to crown the greatest Kentucky Derby winner of all time.
From Secretariat’s record-breaking run to Rich Strike’s underdog shocker, every legend goes head-to-head in a ranking built by the people who care most: the fans.
Think your favorite deserves the roses? Step into the gate and vote.
All Time ranks by all-time win rate across every head-to-head battle. Latest ranks by latest fan sentiment, updated as new battles are voted on.
GOAT List FAQs
Who is the greatest of all time among Kentucky Derby Winners?
GoatWars fans rank Secretariat the greatest of all time among Kentucky Derby Winners, with a 94.3% Goatscore.
How is the GOAT List calculated?
The GOAT List ranks every contender in Kentucky Derby Winners by Goatscore: the percentage of head-to-head GoatWars battles they have won, as voted by fans.
How many votes is this ranking based on?
This GOAT List is based on 538 fan votes in head-to-head battles, as of August 27, 2026.
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