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Eight Belles was the first filly since 1999 to run in the Derby; the last to win was Winning Colors in 1988. She didn't press 2-1 favorite Big Brown down the stretch, and he drew away to a 4 3/4-length victory. Still, Eight Belles was a sentimental pick by 157,770 fans, second- largest crowd in Derby history. She repaid their support by returning $10.60 and $6.40 for a $2 win ticket. ~ source