Cox Opts for Eight Belles with On Time Girl, Paradise
Trainer Brad Cox opts for the May 1 Eight Belles Stakes (G2) with On Time Girl and Paradise at Churchill Downs, as opposed to the Kentucky Oaks (G1).
Cy Fair, Slay The Day Set for Rematch in Mamzelle
After finishing first and third, respectively, in Keeneland's Limestone Stakes (G3T) April 10, Slay the Day and Cy Fair are set for a rematch in the $300,000 Mamzelle Stakes (G3T) April 30 at Churchill Downs.
Mr. Prospector, Northern Dancer Lines Lead Derby Field
In this week's Porter on Pedigrees, the Kentucky Derby (G1) provides a useful snapshot of current commercial sire lines. With that in mind, we'll look at the sire lines of this year's runners, along with some recent historical context.
Chasten Chases Idiomatic's Hoofsteps in La Troienne
Chasten, the half sister of 2024 La Troienne Stakes (G1) winner Idiomatic, aims to follow in her sister's hoofsteps May 1 in this year's $1 million race at Churchill Downs.
Father vs. Son: Motts Square Off in Kentucky Derby 152
Competition between trainers Bill and Riley Mott May 2 at Churchill Downs brings a different backdrop, and a far larger spotlight, when father and son race horses against each other in the Kentucky Derby (G1).
Pletcher, Brown Regroup After Losing Derby Favorite
To reach the starting gate in the $5 million Kentucky Derby (G1), a wide array of good fortune is needed.
Nine Maiden Watch Graduates Enter Derby Field
Among the nine graduates of BloodHorse's Maiden Watch entered in the Kentucky Derby (G1) are the three favorites: Renegade, Further Ado, and Commandment.
King Talks Derby Dozen, Gives Kentucky Derby Selections
Blood Horse news editor Byron King discusses his selections for the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby (G1) May 2 at Churchill Downs.
BH at the Derby: Morris Aims for History With Torres
On the April 28 episode of BloodHorse at the Derby: Byron King shares analysis of the race, Kate Hunter speaks on the Japanese horses' final works, Todd Pletcher reacts to Renegade's post position, and Liz Morris aims for history with…
Meet the Field for the 152nd Kentucky Derby
Take a look at the field for the 152nd Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs in post position order.