Golden Tempo didn't just cross the finish line first at the 2026 Kentucky Derby—it also delivered a massive payday for its team. From the owner to the trainer to the jockey, everyone involved walked away with a life-changing check. Here's the full breakdown of how much Golden Tempo won and who got what.

The Kentucky Derby may not be the richest race in the world, but its $5 million purse is by far the largest of the Triple Crown events. And this year, Golden Tempo claimed the lion's share: $3.1 million for the win. That's the same top prize as in 2024 and 2025, keeping the Derby's status as the most lucrative of the three classics.

Golden Tempo's victory was a thriller, coming from behind to edge out Renegade and Ocelli in the final strides. But the story behind the win is just as impressive. Trainer Cherie DeVaux made history as the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby, while jockey Jose Ortiz completed his own personal triple crown—finally adding a Derby win to his 2022 Preakness and 2017 Belmont victories.

So, who gets the money? In a typical Derby payout structure, the owner takes about 80% of the winnings, while the trainer and jockey each receive roughly 10%. That means Golden Tempo's owners—Phipps Stable (led by Daisy Phipps Pulito) and St. Elias Stable (led by Vincent Viola)—are taking home approximately $2.48 million. Trainer Cherie DeVaux and jockey Jose Ortiz each earn around $310,000 for their roles in the historic win.

But the payouts don't stop at first place. The runner-up, Renegade, earned a solid $1 million for its team, while third-place finisher Ocelli took home $500,000. In total, the top five finishers split the $5 million purse, with the winner receiving 62% of the total.

For Golden Tempo's team, the 2026 Kentucky Derby wasn't just about glory—it was a financial victory that will be remembered for years to come.