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Latest News June 21, 2024

'More Than 30 Years, Under 30 Stalls' -- Saluting Veteran Trainer Donnie Habeeb

For veteran trainer Donnie Habeeb, his morning starts with a familiar routine but it’s a routine unlike most on the backside of Churchill Downs. Habeeb, who trains four horses, handles every aspect their care alongside his wife of 40 years, Beth. Donnie...

Latest News June 20, 2024

Vahva Training 'Better Than Ever' Ahead of Chicago Stakes

Churchill Downs Update: Vahva Training 'Better Than Ever' Ahead of Saturday's Chicago Stakes

Latest News June 16, 2024

Stephen Foster Day Horses Gear Up for Closing Weekend

Churchill Downs Update: Local Stephen Foster Day Horses Gear Up for Closing Weekend Stakes

Latest News June 14, 2024

Longtime Kentucky-Based Trainer Rob O'Connor II Retires Following 39-Year Career

Rob O’Connor II, a fixture on the Kentucky racing circuit for nearly 39 years, has decided to retire from his career as a trainer, marking the end of an era filled with dedication and passion for the sport.
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Latest News June 13, 2024

Blair Barn Firing On All Cylinders

Churchill Downs Update: Blair Barn Firing On All Cylinders Following Wednesday Double

Latest News June 12, 2024

Saez Returns a Two-Time Belmont Winner

Downs After Dark 'Yacht Rock' Highlights Jam-Packed Week at Churchill Downs

Latest News June 9, 2024

Jose Ortiz Wins 3,000th Career Race in U.S.

Churchill Downs News Release: Jose Ortiz Wins 3,000th Career Race in U.S. Aboard Save the Trees

Latest News June 9, 2024

Lotsandlotsofcandy Impresses in Maiden Victory

Churchill Downs Update: Lotsandlotsofcandy Impresses in Maiden Victory Earning 96 Brisnet Speed Rating

Latest News June 7, 2024

First Mission Continues Training Towards Stephen Foster

Churchill Downs Update: First Mission Continues Training Towards Grade I Stephen Foster

Latest News June 6, 2024

'More Than 30 Years, Under 30 Stalls' -- Saluting Veteran Trainer Nick Zito

Hall of Fame trainer Nick Zito may be down on horses but he’s far from out of the game. At age 76 the veteran conditioner, who has won 35 Grade I races, including two Kentucky Derbys, two Belmont Stakes, and the Preakness Stakes, currently trains 12...

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