Kentucky Derby News
Derby News April 15, 2025
Kentucky Derby Update: Kentucky Derby Contenders Coal Battle, Sandman Tune Up for First Saturday in May
On a crisp Tuesday morning at Churchill Downs, Kentucky Derby 151 contenders Coal Battle (five furlongs, 1:01.20) and Sandman (four furlongs, :49.60) turned in published workouts as the countdown to the first Saturday in May begins to intensify. Sandman,...
Derby News April 15, 2025
Derby Week 2025 Guide: Events, Tickets & What to Know
Plan your trip to Churchill Downs with our Derby Week 2025 guide. Get key dates, ticket info, fashion tips, and race-day details for the Kentucky Derby.
Derby News April 12, 2025
Future looks bright for Gosger after Lexington victory
Gosger seemingly has a bright future after capturing Saturday's $400,000 Lexington (G3) at Keeneland. But that future will not include the Kentucky Derby (G1).
Derby News April 12, 2025
Kentucky Derby Update: Flying Mohawk, Publisher, Tiztastic Highlight Saturday Work Tab at Churchill Downs
With three weeks remaining until the $5 million Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve (Grade I), preparations intensified Saturday morning at Churchill Downs with three contenders recording timed workouts: Flying Mohawk (four furlongs, :50.80),...
Oaks News April 11, 2025
Looking Ahead: Top Kentucky Oaks contenders
The Road to the Kentucky Oaks wrapped up with the Ashland S. (G1) at Keeneland, bringing the field for the first Friday in May into sharper focus. The top contenders are Quietside, La Cara, and Good Cheer.
Horse Profile April 11, 2025
International Scouting Report: Japan Road Winner Luxor Cafe
Luxor Cafe, a Kentucky-bred son of American Pharoah, brings a four-race winning streak to Churchill Downs.
Horse Profile April 11, 2025
International Scouting Report: Euro/Mideast Road Winner Admire Daytona
The fourth straight UAE Derby (G2) winner from Japan, Admire Daytona might not have the flair of compatriots Forever Young or Luxor Cafe, but he shouldn’t be underestimated.
Derby Lifestyle April 11, 2025
Churchill Downs News Release: Churchill Downs Celebrates Kentucky Culture at Thurby Presented by Old Forester and in Partnership With Frazier History Museum
Churchill Downs is set to celebrate the spirit of the Bluegrass State at Thurby presented by Old Forester on Thursday, May 1, with a full day of racing, live entertainment and Kentucky experiences in partnership with the Frazier History Museum. Churchill...
Wagering April 10, 2025
Betting Smarter: Ashley Anderson’s five tips for your first time betting horse racing
If you’re planning to visit your first racetrack or watch the races on TV and want to employ more advanced strategies than wagering based off name or coat color, here are five tips for your first time betting on horse racing.
Oaks News April 10, 2025
Kentucky Oaks Alumni: Reigning Horse of the Year Thorpedo Anna Favorite in the $1.25 Million Apple Blossom S. (G1)
Thorpedo Anna, the reigning Horse of the Year, makes the second start of her four-year-old campaign in Saturday’s $1.25 million Apple Blossom S. (G1) at Oaklawn Park—one of the premier two-turn races in the country for older fillies and mares.
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