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Welcome to the Churchill Downs Racetrack and Kentucky Derby Online Media Center. This webpage is tailored to provide journalists and media outlets with information and assistance in coverage of events at Churchill Downs and 'America's Greatest Race.' Be sure to check back often as the Churchill Downs communications department updates this area with important notices and information.

Also, be sure to follow @DerbyMedia and @HorseRacingKK on Twitter for the latest news, notes and information from the Churchill Downs communications department.

If you have any specific questions, please contact Darren Rogers (Darren.Rogers@KyDerby.com), Kevin Kerstein (Kevin.Kerstein@KyDerby.com) or CDI's Tonya Abeln (Tonya.Abeln@KyDerby.com).

Churchill Downs Racetrack and the Communications Team look forward to your possible arrival and your subsequent coverage of the Kentucky Derby and Churchill Downs!

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In 1875, Churchill Downs officially opened its gates in Louisville, and began its tradition as “Home of the Kentucky Derby”. The Derby is now the longest continually running sporting event in America and is known as The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports®.

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Expert picks April 29, 2025

Expert Pick of the Week: 2025 Kentucky Derby

The 151st edition of the $5 million Kentucky Derby (G1) is upon us! A total of 21 three-year-olds have been entered to run 1 1/4 miles over the famed Churchill Downs surface in the Saturday spectacle.

Features April 28, 2025

Your Guide to 2025 Derby Week Events

Get ready for an unforgettable Derby Week! From Opening Night to Thurby, Oaks Day, and the 151st Kentucky Derby, discover key event times and how to join the celebration at Churchill Downs.

Oaks News April 27, 2025

Introducing the 2025 Kentucky Oaks contenders

The 14 entrants in the 2025 Kentucky Oaks (G1) can be divided into four categories: the Favorite, the Main Challengers, the Up-and-Comers, and the Longshots.

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