Kentucky Derby 2011: 137th Run for the Roses

. Saturday will mark the 137th Run for the Roses as twenty majestic horses compete in the the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. For casual horse racing fans, it is the  “unofficial” start of the racing season. So break out your big hats and your mint juleps for “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports”. . Over the years some pretty well-know horses have won this event.  Names like War Admiral, Citation, Secretariat, Seattle Slew, Affirmed, Smarty Jones, and Barbaro.  On two occasions the two-minute mark has been broken.  First, in 1973 by Secretariat, who still holds the record at 1:59.40, and again in 2001 by Monarchos at at 1:59.97. Last year’s winner was Super Saver. . Here’s a look at the field: . Animal Kingdom Archarcharch Brilliant Speed Comma to the Top Decisive Moment Derby Kitten Dialed In Master of Hounds Midnight Interlude Mucho Macho Man Nehro Pants On Fire Santiva Shackleford Soldat Stay Thirsty Twice The Appeal Twinspired Uncle Mo Watch Me Go . Dialed in is the Derby favorite. . If you’re playing on enjoying some Mint Juleps for the race, here are some recipes. . Food Network AllRecipes.com Drinks Mixer Cooks.com – Several Recipes