Yesterday the race, in its 505th year, saw incredible scenes despite boggy weather which set tensions rising.
Here are some of the best pictures from the event taken by Yorkshire Post photographer Tony Johnson
9. Julie Campbell aboard Merlin
Julie Campbell aboard Merlin winner of the 505th Kiplingcotes Derby run on the Yorkshire Wolds near Market Weighton, the oldest horse race the world, photographed by Tony Johnson for The Yorkshire Post. 21th March 2024 Photo: Tony Johnson
10. Racegoers take a punt with the course bookmaker
Racegoers take a punt with the course bookmaker at the 505th running of the Kiplingcotes Derby on the Yorkshire Wolds near Market Weighton, the oldest horse race the world, photographed by Tony Johnson for The Yorkshire Post. 21th March 2024 Photo: Tony Johnson
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