Kentucky Derby News

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Kentucky Derby Hopefuls Putting on Final Touches for Saturday’s Classic; Tapit Jenallie Out of the Longines Kentucky Oaks

Will Justify, a newly-minted Hall of Famer, become only the fourth Triple Crown champion to sire a Derby winner?

Champions Day: A Tribute to Kentucky's Sporting Excellence
Champions Day at Churchill Downs was a resounding celebration of the rich heritage of the Kentucky Derby and the exhilarating world of thoroughbred racing. This year, we set the stage for...

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Celebrating 150 Years of Louisville Businesses on 502'sDay
This year, Churchill Downs is proud to celebrate an incredible milestone during our 502'sDay event — 150 years of Louisville's thriving business community. As we honor this...

If you're planning to celebrate Derby day with roses, proper care is essential to keep them looking their best. Excitingly, FTD Flowers provides expert tips to help you care for your roses in true Kentucky Derby style.

Japanese Hopefuls Forever Young (JPN) and T O Password (JPN) Put in Final Works for Kentucky Derby 150; Encino Scratched From Derby 150

The 150th running of the Kentucky Derby (G1) is taking place this Saturday at Churchill Downs. A total of 22 talented three-year-old Thoroughbreds entered the historic 1 1/4-mile race, with two on the also-eligible list.

A full field of three-year-old fillies will race 1 1/8 miles in the 150th running of the Kentucky Oaks (G1) on Friday at Churchill Downs.