Jun 1 Ridden by outstanding English jockey Fred Archer, Iroquois wins the Epsom Derby to become first American-owned and bred horse to take out a European classic race Jun 7 15th Belmont: T. Costello aboard Saunterer wins in 2:47 May 1881 Events in Sport by Year Jul 1881 Famous Sports Stars Baseball Players Basketball Stars Boxers Footballers NFL Stars Tennis Champions