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Churchill CEO says demand for some Kentucky Derby tickets is down, blames economy
Upper-tier seats are still selling fine and, in fact, Churchill plans to move forward with two projects that will cater to ...
Could this Kentucky-bred gray horse spring a major upset in the Kentucky Derby?
Each of the 20 horses set to start Saturday’s Grade 1, $5 million Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville will bring ...
'Winsday' at Churchill Downs celebrates local nonprofits
The inaugural 'Winsday' at Churchill Downs is not just about bidding on horses, the goal of the event is to benefit nonprofits. “I hear that your luck might increase today if you actually donate to ...
What makes a Kentucky Derby champion? Big hearts, immense lungs and powerful legs
“Horses are great athletes because they can deliver a lot of oxygen to their muscles – way more than an elite human can —and ...
What makes a Kentucky Derby champion? ‘It goes back to the roots’
Bone structure and musculature also help. The ligaments and tendons in their hind legs act like springs, Farmer said, helping ...
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Kentucky Derby 151 notebook - Wednesday, April 30
Horse racing expert Jody Demling brings the latest from Churchill Downs including how a race back in October could inform the ...
Churchill Downs track announcer Travis Stone shares 2025 Kentucky Oaks pick
Churchill Downs track announcer Travis Stone makes his prediction for which horse will win the 2025 Kentucky Oaks at ...
Kentucky Derby 2025 predictions, horses, time, picks, odds: Best bets by expert who called last year's winner
Mystik Dan as a live longshot to win last year, reveals his 2025 Kentucky Derby bets and 2025 Kentucky Derby betting strategy ...