Junior Alvarado reportedly is appealing fine for using riding crop too many times in Kentucky Derby, but HISA spokesperson says jockey hasn't filed.

Jockey Junior Alvarado was fined $62,000 and suspended 2 days for using his riding crop too many times during his Kentucky Derby ride on Sovereignty.

Jockey Junior Alvarado earned his first Kentucky Derby win riding Sovereignty at the 151st race at Churchill Downs. The Venezuelan native, inspired by his jockey father, called the victory emotional and meaningful.