Despite the absence of his superstar girlfriend, Kansas City Chiefs' Travis Kelce seems to have a blast at the horse-racing event and scores a big win after placing his first bet.
- May 5, 2024
AceShowbiz - In a fusion of sports, music, and fashion, Kansas City Chiefs star tight end Travis Kelce brought his A-game to the Kentucky Derby, turning heads not only with his impeccable style but also with his winning streak.
The 34-year-old NFL player made a noticeable entrance at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, on May 4, dressed in a white pinstriped double-breasted suit, a blue dress shirt, a dark colored tie, and a striking feather-trimmed hat, setting the standard for Derby fashion high.
Kelce's excitement was palpable, as captured in a video posted on the official Kentucky Derby Instagram account, where he could be seen clapping and jumping up and down after winning his first bet. The caption read, "When you show up to the Kentucky Derby and your first bet hits," signaling a victorious start to Kelce's Derby experience.
The celebration for Kelce began even before the main event, as he attended Sports Illustrated's Revel at the Races concert featuring The Chainsmokers at the Ice House on May 3.
Kelce, who has been in a celebratory mood since clinching his third Super Bowl ring, mingled with guests and was photographed enjoying the night. The event was buzzing with famous faces, including retired NBA star Chandler Parsons and noteworthy attendees such as Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams, among others.
Notably absent from Kelce's side was his girlfriend, Taylor Swift, who is currently preparing for the international leg of her Eras Tour in Paris. Despite Swift's absence, Kelce's weekend in Louisville was anything but solitary, filled with festivities, friendships, and, of course, fashion.
The Kentucky Derby continues to be an event where sports and entertainment intersect, drawing nearly 150,000 attendees. For Travis Kelce, it was a weekend of victorious celebrations, proving yet again that he knows how to make a statement both on and off the field.
