The jockey who rode Sovereignty to victory at the Kentucky Derby last week has been fined over $60,000 for striking the horse with his riding crop too many times during the race, according to the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority.

Junior Alvarado was given a $62,000 fine and suspended for two upcoming racing days for striking Sovereignty eight times with his riding crop during the Kentucky Derby.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WKYT) - Jockey Junior Alvarado has been fined $62,000 and suspended two racing days for his winning-ride aboard Sovereignty in Kentucky Derby 151.