Kentucky Derby News

Carl Spackler (IRE) Outduels Talk of the Nation to Win Opening Verse; West Memorial Springs 17-1 Upset in Kentucky Juvenile; O Besos Upsets Stablemate Bango to Win St. Matthews Overnight Stakes

Joe Shiesty Scores 29-1 Upset in William Walker; Next Romps by 11 ¼ Lengths in Isaac Murphy Marathon Overnight Stakes

Lil E. Tee paved the way for Pennsylvania-breds, becoming the first to win the Kentucky Derby in 1992. Smarty became the second in 2004.

The meet that runs through June 30 will be highlighted by the 150th running of the $5 million Kentucky Derby (GI) presented by Woodford Reserve (Grade I) on May 4 and the 150th running of the $1.5 million Longines Kentucky Oaks (GI) on May 3.

A week after 36-1 Birdstone surpassed Smarty Jones in the final 70 yards of the 2004 Belmont S. (G2) to wreck the favorite’s Triple Crown bid, the second-largest upset in Stephen Foster H. (G1) history took place at Churchill Downs.

Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) announced today that Tony Calo has been named the new track announcer at Ellis Park Racing & Gaming. Calo, a veteran in the horse racing industry, will continue to serve as the announcer at Turfway Park Racing...

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.

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

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

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