Oldest jockeys to win Kentucky Derby: How So Happy's Mike Smith can make Churchill Downs history in 2026

Jockey Mike Smith is poised to make history at the 2026 Kentucky Derby aboard horse So Happy, with a chance to become the oldest jockey ever to win the prestigious race. The Sporting News article examines the historical records of the oldest winning jockeys at Churchill Downs, placing Smith's potential achievement in context. Smith, already one of the most decorated jockeys in the sport, would set a new age record if he wins the Run for the Roses in 2026.