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Bob Baffert is back at the Kentucky Derby with 2 contenders after serving a 3-year suspension
Bob Baffert is back at the Kentucky Derby for the first time in four years, having served his punishment for Medina Spirit's ...
When is the 2025 Kentucky Derby? What to know if you're going to Churchill Downs or watching on TV
The Kentucky Derby is a week away, and whether you're heading south to Louisville or watching from home, our partners at the ...
Neoequos in 2025 Kentucky Derby field: Built to run in Pat Day Mile at Churchill Downs
Neoequos is now in the 2025 Kentucky Derby field. Built will skip the Run for the Roses; run in Pat Day Mile on Kentucky ...
$920 Million Kentucky Derby Renovation Paused Over Tariff Concerns—‘Unquantifiable’ Costs Blamed
Churchill Downs has pulled a major project off the burner, citing economic uncertainty driven by Trump’s tariffs and a ...
Churchill Downs pausing renovations due to Trump tariffs ahead of 2025 KY Derby
The racetrack had announced plans for its ‘largest expansion’ ever, with more than $1 billion in upgrades, but officials said ...
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'Our trophy asset': Churchill Downs to undergo nearly $1B in projects over next 3 years
What changes are ahead for the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs? The major changes coming to Churchill Downs will be unveiled in phases across the Kentucky Derby starting in 2026 and ...
Horse euthanized days ahead of Derby Week following injury at Churchill Downs
A horse was euthanized April 24 after suffering an injury at Churchill Downs, just days ahead of the 151st Kentucky Derby.
Ahead of Kentucky Derby 151, take a look at some of the most eye-catching hats from 2024
The 151st Kentucky Derby is almost a week away. Attendees will be showing up to Churchill Downs in their best attire, which includes the most notable piece, bold, beautiful and eye-catching hats. Here ...