GRAMMY®-nominated recording artist Grace Potter will perform the national anthem and gold medal-winning gynmast Simone Biles will deliver the call for 'riders up' for the running of this year's GI Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Saturday, May 3.
“Grace Potter's soulful vocals have transcended genres for more than two decades, making her a fantastic choice to lead our fans in the stands and around the country in the national anthem at this year's Kentucky Derby,” said Mike Anderson, President of Churchill Downs Racetrack. “Her powerful stage presence and electrifying performances embody the spirit and spectacle of Derby Day, and we're thrilled for Grace to bring her powerhouse voice to Churchill Downs.”
Over the span of her career, Potter has received GRAMMY® nominations for Best Rock Album, Best Rock Performance and Best Country Duo/Group Performance, celebrating her incredible talent. In addition to the upcoming release of her album “Medicine” this spring, the singer/songwriter is set to join Chris Stapleton on tour in July.
Biles is the most-decorated gymnast in history, with 41 medals across World Championships and Olympic Games. She holds the most World Championships medals (30) and gold medals (23) in history. A three-time Olympian, her 11 Olympic medals and seven Olympic gold medals are the most by a U.S. gymnast.
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