Kentucky Approves Aftercare, Internship Program Funding
In a move that could serve as a model for other states, Kentucky lawmakers have passed legislation that will commit up to $250,000 a year to accredited aftercare of racehorses.
Grand Mo the First Deemed 'Ready' for Kentucky Derby
Granpollo Stable's Grand Mo the First breezes six furlongs at Gulfstream Park in preparation for a start in the May 4 Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs.
Meet the Ribbles: Journey to the 150th Kentucky Derby
This installment features Kerry and Alan Ribble. They are majority owners of Honor Marie, who secured a Kentucky Derby berth when he ran second in the Louisiana Derby (G2) March 23 at Fair Grounds.
Clement Confirms Deterministic Out of Kentucky Derby
Trainer Christophe Clement, who earlier in the week said that Deterministic was "unlikely" to run in the Kentucky Derby after an eighth-place finish as the favorite in the Wood Memorial at Aqueduct Racetrack, made that decision official April 21.
Gargan's Kentucky Derby Duo Breeze at Churchill Downs
Danny Gargan is living the dream as he prepares not one, but two horses for the May 4 Kentucky Derby (G1): 2023 Remsen Stakes (G2) and Fountain of Youth Stakes (G2) winner Dornoch and Wood Memorial Stakes (G2) runner-up Society Man.
Kentucky Derby: Three live longshots for 2024
J. Keeler Johnson analyzes a trio of intriguing longshots for the 2024 Kentucky Derby.
Churchill Downs Donates to Aftercare for Kentucky Derby
The Churchill Downs Foundation has partnered with 20 distinguished Thoroughbred aftercare organizations for the upcoming 150th Kentucky Derby by pledging a $150,000 donation to support the vital mission of these organizations.
No More Time Injured in Breeze, Out of Kentucky Derby
No More Time, winner of the Sam F. Davis Stakes (G3) and runner-up in the Tampa Bay Derby (G3), is off the Kentucky Derby (G1) trail after sustaining an injury at the end of his April 14 breeze at Palm…
Hades Attempts to Earn Kentucky Derby Spot in Lexington
The field for the 150th Kentucky Derby (G1) is almost set, but the 1 1/16-mile $400,000 Lexington Stakes (G3) at Keeneland April 13 provides a final opportunity to make Derby dreams come true.
Resilience Gets Mott Back in Kentucky Derby Picture
On the upcoming first Saturday in May, Bill Mott may get another crack at winning the Kentucky Derby (G1) in a more time-honored fashion after sending out Emily Bushnell and Ric Waldman's Resilience for a 2 1/4-length victory in the…