Tag: Horse Racing
Opening Night At Churchill Downs
A week before the 139th running of the Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs celebrated Opening Night Presented by Stella Artois and Finlandia Vodka on April 27.
Wise Dan, Groupie Doll Set For Keeneland Opener
There are many things that make a visit to Keeneland for the opening weekend of its 17-day Fall Meet, a special autumn event in Kentucky.
Derby Prep Season Gets Serious
While the focus of much of the state of Kentucky will be laser-focused on New Orleans this Saturday for the much-anticipated Final Four hoops showdown between the Louisville Cardinals and the Kentucky Wildcats, there will be a few observers putting their skills of multi-tasking to the test.
Still Time For Derby Dark Horses
As we close in on the milepost of 40 days to the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands, major players Union Rags, Hansen, Creative Cause and the rest all face major final preps over the next three weeks.
Look Here – A Real Derby Contender
Much ground will be covered and analysis offered over the nine weeks leading up to Kentucky Derby 138, but – at least for the moment – we have a serious favorite for the “Run for the Roses.”
Early Signs Good For The Derby
The 138th running of the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands is just under 80 days away, but the year’s early indicators point to good things.
Algorithms Is Now Leading On Road To Kentucky Derby
A week ago readers of this corner read about Algorithms, an unbeaten star on the road to Kentucky Derby 138 for an ownership group with strong Louisville connections.
It’s so long for Indian Charlie, producer of top runners
Fans of horses and horse racing love the excitement generated by the sport, but in almost all cases the sport/business/wagering enterprise becomes an affair of the heart on some level.
Gifts for the racing fan who loves to read about great horses and races
While making your Christmas gift list – even as you check it twice – here’s a list of some last-minute holiday gift ideas for Thoroughbred racing fans of every level of enthusiasm.
