Back on Grass, Stark Contrast Wins American Turf
Stark Contrast skips the Kentucky Derby (G1) and stays on the grass, leading him to a win in the American Turf Stakes (G1T) May 2 at Churchill Downs.
Renegade, Further Ado Favored in Early Derby Wagering
Renegade is favored in early win wagering for the 152nd Kentucky Derby (G1), while Further Ado is favored in Oaks-Derby Double.
Imaginationthelady Wins Close Four-Way Edgewood Finish
Mark Dobbin's 3-year-old filly by Not This Time wins by a head over Rigney Racing's Tam Tam. Lion Lake was another head back in third.
Always a Runner Shines in First Primetime Kentucky Oaks
Attacking the leaders with a relentless wide bid on the outside in the stretch, Always a Runner remained unbeaten in three starts by wearing down Meaning to win the $1.5 million Kentucky Oaks (G1) at Churchill Downs.
Happiness is a Fast Derby Horse for Evergreen Smith
In this week's On Racing, on May 2, So Happy will mark jockey Mike Smith's 29th Kentucky Derby (G1) mount. At 59, Smith would be the oldest jockey ever to win the Derby.
Gun Runner Makes Statement With 1-2 Oaks Finish
Lest anyone needed a reminder how apt Gun Runner is at shining under the glare of the spotlight, the chestnut stallion delivered a massive flex Friday evening as he sired the 1-2 finishers in the Kentucky Oaks (G1).
Record Handle, Modest Attendance Gain on KY Oaks Day
Wagering from all sources on the full Kentucky Oaks (G1) race day card sets a new record of $89 million, up 18% from the prior record set in 2024.
Keeler Johnson’s Kentucky Derby 152 Selections
J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the 2026 Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs.
The Puma Brings Derby Winners Back to Big Stage
In addition to proving himself as a top contender on the Derby trail, The Puma has the advantage of a team surrounding him that knows what it's like to win a Kentucky Derby (G1).
Trainer Doug O'Neill Asks Torres to Ride Robusta
Trainer Doug O'Neill calls Cristian Torres to ask if he'll ride Robusta in the Kentucky Derby (G1).