Kentucky Derby News

Only two of his Kentucky Derby (G1) rivals are expected to try Medina Spirit again in the May 15 Preakness S. (G1), both also-rans, but several fresh challengers are lining up at Pimlico. Most notable on that list of “new shooters” is fellow...

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MEDINA SPIRIT Trainer Bob Baffert, (First): “This little horse coming in here, he’s always shown he’s an overachiever. His heart is bigger than his body. When he turned for home, something just told me. He reminded me of Silver...

History was made on Saturday at Churchill Downs when Medina Spirit sprung a 12-1 upset in the 147th running of the $3 million Kentucky Derby (G1), giving Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert a record seventh victory in the “Run for the Roses.”
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LOUISVILLE, KY (Saturday, May 1, 2021) – Zedan Racing Stables’ Medina Spirit fought back after relinquishing the lead to Mandaloun at midstretch to post a half-length to win the 147th running of the $3 million...

LOUISVILLE, KY., (May 1, 2020) – Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) announced today that Medina Spirit claimed the Garland of Roses in the 147th running of the $3 million...

JIM MULVIHILL: Congratulations to Medina Spirit, winner of Kentucky Derby 147. And we are happy to be joined by winning jockey, John Velazquez, and owner, Amr Zedan. Congratulations to you both. Johnny, this is your fourth Kentucky Derby win. You...

LOUISVILLE, KY (Sunday, May 2, 2021) – Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert added his record-breaking seventh Kentucky Derby trophy to his collection Saturday when Zedan Racing’s Medina Spirit held on to win the 147th running...

LOUISVILLE, KY (Saturday, May 1, 2021) – J. Kirk and Judy Robison’s Jackie’s Warrior set a blistering pace and had enough left to hold off Dream Shake by a head after a furious stretch duel to...

LOUISVILLE, KY (Saturday, May 1, 2021) – Michael Lund Petersen’s champion sprinter Gamine went to the front and then repulsed a challenge from Sconsin to win the 35th running of the $500,000 Derby City Distaff...