Kentucky Derby Notes: Contenders Put in Final Works
Churchill Downs media notes on the Kentucky Derby (G1) and Kentucky Oaks (G1).
General Graham Tops Keeneland April HORA Sale
On the final day of Keeneland's spring meet April 24, the action closed out with General Graham topping the Keeneland April Selected Horses of Racing Age Sale, selling for $375,000 to Jethorse.
All-Sources Handle Spikes Nearly 9% at Keeneland Meet
Keeneland's 2026 spring meet ended April 24, closing a season distinguished by record handle and purses, milestone achievements, and standout performances.
Clement, Shirreffs, Whiteley Speak Volumes From Grave
In this week's On Racing, David Whiteley's name emerged this week from the misty past with his selection by a branch of the Historical Review Committee to join Christophe Clement and John Shirreffs in the Racing Hall of Fame Class…
Tammaro Getting a Line on Kentucky Derby 152
It's a long way from the old Trinity Meadows in Texas to establishing the opening odds for the 152nd Kentucky Derby (G1), but that's the path Nick Tammaro has taken to becoming the morning-line oddsmaker at Churchill Downs.
Favorite's Role for Renegade Will Not Faze Repole
If someone doesn't know Mike Repole very well, they might think he would be happier if his 3-year-old colt Renegade is the second betting choice in the May 2 Kentucky Derby (G1) as opposed to the favorite.
12-Second Furlongs: Contenders That Didn't Make Cut
Recent analysis of the recurring impact of :12 furlongs on the Kentucky Derby (G1) named five horses that made the cut this year. Now, we zero in on some prominent contenders that didn't.
Ortiz Jr. Riding Wave of Success Into Kentucky Derby
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