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The twin spires turn 130 this year at Churchill Downs. But were they an afterthought?
The iconic twin spires of Churchill Downs Racetrack are more than decoration. They are beacons of history and pride in ...
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Kentucky Derby hats tradition, explained: Complete Churchill Downs fashion guide, from fascinators to DIY
Anyone tuning into the Kentucky Derby each May sees not only plenty of horses, but plenty of hats. The fashion at Churchill ...
Bob Baffert Immediately Trolled Churchill Downs With Conspiracy Theory About Rigged Kentucky Derby Draw
Bob Baffert is back at the Kentucky Derby for the first time in three years. The most infamous (and successful) trainer in ...
'Everything changes': How residents near Churchill Downs are keeping the Derby hustle alive
Changes at Churchill Downs over the years are making it harder for residents in surrounding neighborhoods to capitalize on long-standing side hustles.
Churchill CEO says demand for some Kentucky Derby tickets is down, blames economy
Upper-tier seats are still selling fine and, in fact, Churchill plans to move forward with two projects that will cater to ...
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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 ...
Sandman profile: 2025 Kentucky Derby odds, post position, history and more to know
Get caught up with Sandman's past performances, jockey, trainer and full analysis heading into the Run for the Roses ...
What makes a Kentucky Derby champion? Big hearts, immense lungs and powerful legs
“Horses are great athletes because they can deliver a lot of oxygen to their muscles – way more than an elite human can —and ...