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The Latest Breaking News from Kentucky Derby

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes to call ‘riders up’ at 149th Kentucky Derby

#Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes will call "Riders Up!" at the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 6.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 3, 2023

Patrick Mahomes gets a call for the Kentucky Derby

What will Patrick Mahomes call Saturday at the Kentucky Derby?

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 3, 2023

Horse Deaths Raise Questions Ahead of the Kentucky Derby

Four racehorses have died leading up to this week’s festivities, casting a shadow over the sport as it tries to celebrate its biggest week of the year.

Sports Illustrated · May 3, 2023

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What do horses feel at the Kentucky Derby? Mostly fear and pain

US audiences will be sold a tale of horses battling for glory and adulation at Churchill Downs. But the actual story is far more disturbing

The Guardian - US · May 3, 2023

Here’s What It Costs to Attend the 2023 Kentucky Derby

Surprisingly, you don’t have to break the bank to get a seat at Churchill Downs this weekend.

Sports Illustrated · May 2, 2023

Today's Interview: Derby-winning team back in action Friday at Churchill Downs

The Lexington-based trainer of last year’s 80 to 1 Kentucky Derby winner will be back at Churchill Downs Friday with the same horse. Lexington-based Eric Reed will run Rich Strike in the $600,000 Alysheba Stakes.

WEKU · May 2, 2023

Kentucky Derby Post Position Draw Sets Todd Pletcher’s Three Horses as Favorites

The longtime trainer arrives to Churchill Downs with the strongest hand, including two favorites and an undefeated contender.

Sports Illustrated · May 1, 2023

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Dining Out? Kentucky Derby watch parties, Cinco de Mayo offerings at area eateries

Your ultimate guide to eating out in Chicago. Highlights of the area eateries’ openings, new menus and special events and more.

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 27, 2023

Human trafficking is a concern in the lead up to the Kentucky Derby

Officials warn there also could be an increase in human trafficking as the Kentucky Derby approaches.

WEKU · Apr 27, 2023

The Tragic Death of a Kentucky Derby Racehorse Feels Eerily Familiar

After injuring his hind left leg in an early-morning workout Thursday at Churchill Downs, Wild on Ice had to be euthanized nine days before the race.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 27, 2023

Kentucky Derby underdog Wild On Ice dies during training for US Classic

Wild On Ice was due to be ridden in the Kentucky Derby by Ken Tohill, who aged 60 was set to become the oldest jockey to ride in America's most famous race

Daily Mirror · Apr 27, 2023

John Clay: Todd Pletcher owns a stacked Kentucky Derby deck, but watch out for the Japanese

When it comes to this year’s Kentucky Derby, there is no question which trainer is currently holding the strongest hand.

Tribune News Service · Apr 10, 2023

Practical Move heads to Kentucky Derby after winning by a nose in Santa Anita Derby

LOS ANGELES — The dream continues.

Los Angeles Times · Apr 9, 2023

Tapit Trice outduels Verifying to win the Blue Grass Stakes, clinch Kentucky Derby spot

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Tapit Trice was the favorite in the Toyota Blue Grass Stakes at Keeneland on Saturday and considered one of the top choices for next month’s Kentucky Derby, but his last race had left some questions.

Tribune News Service · Apr 9, 2023

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Los Angeles Times · Apr 8, 2023

Practical Move's owners find themselves on a journey of a lifetime

LOS ANGELES — Getting into the horse racing business and hoping to make it big requires a lot of faith, plenty of luck and a sense of optimism that will test the biggest of dreamers.

Tribune News Service · Apr 7, 2023

John Clay: Five questions to be answered in Saturday’s Grade 1 Blue Grass Stakes at Keeneland

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Keeneland’s Grade 1 Kentucky Derby prep race hits the dirt on Saturday when 11 colts head to the post for the $1 million Blue Grass Stakes.

Tribune News Service · Apr 5, 2023

Kentucky Derby Watch 2023: Forte emerges as clear favorite with race now a month away

LEXINGTON, Ky. — With only one month left until the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby on May 6 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, one horse has separated itself from the pack as a clear front-runner for this year’s Run for the Roses.

Daily Mirror · Apr 3, 2023

British syndicate group considering once-in-a-lifetime shot at the £2.4m Kentucky Derby

Top syndicate ownership group Middleham Park Racing is seriously considering running three-year-old Brave Emperor in the historic US race, the Kentucky Derby

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Los Angeles Times · Apr 2, 2023

Forte’s win in Florida Derby makes him the big Kentucky Derby favorite

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. — If there was any doubt who will be the favorite for the Kentucky Derby, Forte erased it with a rousing come-from-behind win Saturday in the $1 million Florida Derby.

Los Angeles Times · Mar 4, 2023

After four decades, trainer Ed Moger gets his first Triple Crown starter

LOS ANGELES — Horse racing is all about the Triple Crown, three races for 3-year-olds held over a five-week period. The vast majority of trainers never get there, but it doesn't keep them from trying.

Los Angeles Times · Feb 26, 2023

Bob Baffert moves his top Kentucky Derby horses to former assistant Tim Yakteen

Trainer Bob Baffert moved the remainder of his top Kentucky Derby horses to former assistant Tim Yakteen on Sunday including Arabian Knight, winner of the Southwest Stakes at Oaklawn and the horse given the best chance of winning the Derby, according to future odds.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 21, 2023

The Wild Life of the Last Black Jockey to Rule the Kentucky Derby

Jimmy Winkfield is just one of five men to win the prestigious race back-to-back in 1901 and ’02, but shortly after his triumph, U.S. horse racing turned its back on him—and everyone who looked like him.

Los Angeles Times · Feb 17, 2023

Bob Baffert cannot run horses at Kentucky Derby after court denies injunction

Trainer Bob Baffert’s attempt to run horses in this year’s Kentucky Derby was once again denied when a federal district court in Louisville, Ky., denied his request for a preliminary injunction. Baffert is currently serving a two-year suspension by Churchill Downs Inc. after Medina Spirit tested positive for a legal…

Tribune News Service · Feb 17, 2023

Kentucky Derby Watch 2023: A look at the top 10 contenders, including Bob Baffert horses

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Less than three months remain until the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby on May 6 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, and a strong field of top contenders has already begun to form.

Daily Mirror · Feb 10, 2023

Frankie Dettori looking for another Kentucky Derby horse after potential ride injured

Frankie Dettori is riding in California this winter having expressed hopes of finding a horse he could ride in the Kentucky Derby in his retirement year but likely candidate Newgate is injured

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