Just a few days after winning the Kentucky Derby, Sovereignty was ruled out of running in the Preakness Stakes. It is the second time in four years the owner and trainer of the Derby champion opted to ...

These dense, sweet treats are bourbon-rich enough to be a very adult indulgence at the Kentucky Derby or just curled up on the couch. Are there cougars in Tennessee? Wildlife experts explain what’s ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — More than five decades ago, Diane Crump shattered barriers by becoming the first woman to ride in the Kentucky Derby. Now, at 77 years old, the legendary jockey is sharing what may ...

With these additions, the European/Middle East Road to the Kentucky Derby now comprises 10 races, culminating with the $1 million UAE Derby (G2) at Meydan March 28, 2026. The UAE Derby will now award ...

(KLFY) — Lafayette native and jockey Brian Hernandez Jr. is recovering in the hospital after a fall at Churchill Downs. Hernandez, who won the 2024 Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby, was seriously ...

The Kentucky Derby Festival was recognized as a top global event at the International Festivals & Events Association convention. Among the honors were four Gold Awards for items like the Thunder Over ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WAVY) – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Friday that the 2026 Virginia Derby at the Colonial Downs Racetrack will once again be an official qualifier race for the Kentucky Derby. This ...

Taken by the Wind dominated the Pocahontas Stakes to lead the Oaks leaderboard, while Spice Runner turned the tables in the Iroquois to open the 2026 Derby trail. Sovereignty, with Junior Alvarado up, ...

Spice Runner won the 44th running of the Iroquois Stakes on Saturday at Churchill Downs. The Grade 3 Iroquois Stakes is the first race on the road to next year’s Kentucky Derby. Spice Runner now has ...

NEW KENT COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — The 2026 Virginia Derby at Colonial Downs Racetrack in New Kent County will once again serve as an official qualifier to the Kentucky Derby. On Friday, Sept. 12, Gov.

The official Road to the Kentucky Derby will begin Sept. 13 at the home of America's greatest race as Churchill Downs stages the 44th running of the $300,000 Iroquois (G3) for 2-year-olds at one mile ...

New Cumberland, WV — NEW CUMBERLAND, W.Va. — The 55th West Virginia Derby is set to take place this Sunday at Mountaineer Casino, Resort and Races, promising an exciting lineup of contenders. Among ...