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Kentucky Derby runs tomorrow, but planned $1B revamp of Churchill Downs is on hold
Top racehorses will run in the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, but a planned nearly $1 billion revamp of facilities at the ...
AP Photos: Colorful plumed hats fills Churchill Downs as fans embrace the 151st Kentucky Derby
Despite the chance of rain in the forecast, colorful plumed hats are again a fashion staple at Churchill Downs for the 151st ...
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Louisville medical team provides on-site care to keep jockeys safe at Churchill Downs
While much of the focus during Kentucky Derby season falls on the horses and trainers, the safety and health of jockeys is ...
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Baffert Returns to Churchill Downs and NBC’s Derby Coverage
This year marks NBC’s 25th production of the Kentucky Derby and the first Run for the Roses since 2021 for polarizing trainer ...
Churchill Downs details severe weather plan as rain, possible storms for Oaks Day
Churchill Downs is sharing their plans if severe weather happens to take place as thousands enjoy Kentucky Derby week.
Bob Baffert's Kentucky Derby ban explained: Decorated horse trainer returns for 2025 race
Bob Baffert is back at Churchill Downs for the 2025 Kentucky Derby after a 3-year suspension. Here's what to know about the horse trainer's return.
Kentucky Derby: Trainer Baffert back after serving a 3-year suspension
The white-haired trainer will saddle Wood Memorial winner Rodriguez and Citizen Bull, last year’s 2-year-old champion, in the Derby on Saturday.