Kentucky Derby News

January 31, 2024

Churchill Downs Incorporated Names Dr. Dana Stead Equine Safety and Integrity Veterinarian

In this role, Dr. Stead will provide essential veterinarian support and oversight at all CDI-owned racetracks including the Company’s flagship Churchill Downs Racetrack in Louisville, Kentucky.

January 10, 2024

Kentucky Derby Purse Raised to Record $5 Million

Kentucky Derby Purse Raised to Record $5 Million; 50-Race Spring Meet Stakes Menu Totals Record $25.6 Million.

Stakes Recap November 26, 2023

Gigante Wins Off-The-Turf Commonwealth

Gigante Wins Off-The-Turf $257,500 Commonwealth on Closing Day.

Stakes Advance November 26, 2023

Gaffalione Clinches 11th Leading Rider Title at Churchill Downs

Gaffalione Clinches 11th Leading Rider Title at Churchill Downs; Trainer, Owner Races up for Grabs on Closing Day

Stakes Recap November 25, 2023

Churchill Downs Stakes Recaps and Quotes: Stars of Tomorrow II

Churchill Downs Stakes Recaps and Quotes: Stars of Tomorrow II

Stakes Recap November 25, 2023

Trademark Earns 103 Brisnet Speed Rating in Gutsy Clark Victory

BBN Racing’s Trademark tied his career best Brisnet Speed Rating of 103 with his narrow victory over First Mission

Stakes Recap November 24, 2023

Trademark Hangs a Nose on First Mission in the Clark

Trademark Hangs a Nose on First Mission in Grade II, $600,000 Clark

Stakes Advance November 24, 2023

Xigera Heads for Planned Break Following Falls City Romp

Xigera Heads for Planned Break Following Falls City Romp, Targets 2024 la Troienne

Stakes Recap November 23, 2023

Odds-on Xigera Rolls in Falls City

Odds-on Xigera Rolls in Grade III, $400,000 Falls City on Thanksgiving Day

Stakes Advance November 22, 2023

Clark Runners Finalize Preparation Prior to Friday’s 149th Renewal

Ten accomplished horses, led by 3-1 morning line favorite First Mission, are set to complete in Friday’s 149th running of the $600,000 Clark presented by Norton Healthcare.

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