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Kentucky Derby 101: Don’t Make The Same Mistake As Patrick Mahomes Pronouncing “Louisville, Kentucky”
Dialects are a funny thing. The Kentucky Derby is right around the corner. This weekend, some of the nation's top racing competitors will hit the track hoping to take home the roses. While the Derby is the start of the Triple Crown run, it is also undoubtedly the race that draws the most celebrity appearances. From country music stars to professional athletes, rappers, and more, everyone puts on their best Derby attire to sip mint juleps and place bets. With all these celebrities appearing at the event, Churchill Downs takes advantage of them, having them announce important events throughout the day. Last year,...
Derby Forecast: Rain could dampen the track a few days this week
It will feel very summer-like at Churchill Downs this week with temperatures soaring above our average into the 70s and 80s. There will also be plenty of dry days to enjoy live racing this week! Drying out today with sunshine returning this afternoon. It will be a little cooler back into the 70s for 502’sDay.
Belle of Cincinnati breaks Belle of Louisville's 4-year winning streak in Great Steamboat Race
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — It was a long and hard-fought battle between the Belle of Louisville and Cincinnati at this year's Great Steamboat Race. Looking to defend its four-year winning streak, the Belle of Louisville kept it close with the Belle of Cincinnati for the start. Unfortunately, in the end,...
Horse trainer Whit Beckman’s bet on himself is paying off
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WKYT) -Horse racing is a sport that revolves around gambling. Louisville native Whit Beckman bet on himself and it’s paying off. Beckman’s very first job was at Churchill Downs. Eventually, he worked his way into training, serving as an assistant under hall-of-famers Todd Pletcher and Chad Brown.
Jockey Jesus Castanon looking for win in second career Derby mount
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Jockey Jesus Castanon will make his second career Derby mount this weekend. Castanon will be riding West Saratoga at post 13 in the 150th Kentucky Derby. He's ridden Saratoga in his last two starts, where he finished second and third in graded stakes. West Saratoga is...
Tarifa has a shot at history in this year's Kentucky Oaks
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A winner in all three of her starts in 2024, Tarifa has a chance to make history on Friday. Godolphin, the owner of the filly, won the Run for the Lillies last year with Pretty Mischievous. This Friday, if Tarifa can cross the wire first, Godolphin would become the fourth owner to go back-to-back in the Kentucky Oaks since its inception in 1875.
Thousands get the Derby winning experience through fractional horse ownership
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — You don't have to be a millionaire to be a Kentucky Derby winning horse owner. Thousands have now had that experience through fractional horse ownership. Several companies allow people to buy micro shares of race horses. Olivia Hess has been involved in fractional horse ownership for...
The More Things Change, The More They Stay the Same
LOUISVILLE, KY–Having not attended the Kentucky Derby since American Pharoah won in 2015, I was reminded of why it's really worth the trip. Yes, one has to deal with the logistics. Limited parking, long walks to get to your destination, excessively priced hotels and car rentals, in addition to the singular hope that a Kentucky Derby Day ticket might miraculously have fallen into your hands. It's probably hard for some to understand just how many people converge in Louisville at the same time, creating something of a controlled chaos. The bustle, which gradually increases before reaching a fever pitch Saturday, is something that has always gone hand-in-hand with the Derby. That's nothing new. But when you decide to come to the Derby, be prepared to play (and pay!).
Locals flock to Churchill Downs for second year of 502'sDay
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Derby week racing kicked off with 502'sDay at Churchill Downs Tuesday, all leading up to Derby 150 on Saturday. It's the day designated for locals. This day is all about those who call Louisville home, and they got to experience something new while also taking a trip down memory lane.
Celebrating locals on 502'sDay
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Racing returned to Churchill Downs on 502’sDay. It’s the first themed day of Derby Week, and the day was dedicated to locals and perfect weather. The rain moved out early, the gates opened at 11:30 a.m. and racing started just before 1 p.m. For...
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