Tag: Kentucky Oaks
Derby Wrap-Up
Is there a much-needed Triple Crown in Orb? For the sake of Thoroughbred racing, let us hope so.
Oaks Fillies Deserve Spotlight Of Their Own
Most of the words found in this space in recent months have been devoted to the horses that will likely find their way into the Churchill Downs starting gate to compete in the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands on May 4.
Longines Kentucky Oaks Fashion Contest
Dozens of women entered the Longines Kentucky Oaks Fashion Contest on May 4.
Kentucky Oaks Day
The 137th running of the Kentucky Oaks drew a crowd of 110,122 to Churchill Downs on May 6.
Blame, Zenyatta, others made 2010 a special year
As I peer from my Churchill Downs window as words flow from my brain to my computer screen, snow coats the paddock garden with fewer than four months remaining before Kentucky Derby 137.
Another special Bluegrass Warrior?
An interesting name popped up a few days back as I was reading a piece on young horses with promising pedigrees that have yet to score their first, or maiden victory.
Thoughts on 2010 top stars
Life is filled with high points and disappointments. Racing has provided me with an inexhaustible supply of the former, and a few of the latter.
