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Derby dirt: Keeping the Churchill Downs track in perfect shape
The crews responsible for the racing surface at Churchill downs take great pride in keeping the track in the best shape ...
Kentucky Derby: How to watch, the favorites and what to expect in the 151st running of the race
The first Saturday in May means it’s time for the 151st Kentucky Derby, America’s longest continuously held sporting event.
2025 Kentucky Oaks Day race results from Churchill Downs today: Fierceness sets record
Kentucky Oaks Day 2025 results from today's undercard race schedule at Churchill Downs. Follow for the latest updates on the ...
Who will win the Kentucky Derby? Expert predictions for 2025 race at Churchill Downs
Who will win the 2025 Kentucky Derby? Here are the USA TODAY Network's expert predictions for the 151st edition.
The 151st Kentucky Derby could be a mudder’s delight with rain in the forecast
Rain is in the forecast for the 151st Kentucky Derby and could turn the Churchill Downs dirt strip into something resembling ...
Bob Baffert-trained horse scratched from Kentucky Derby ahead of Hall of Famer's return to Churchill Downs
One of Bob Baffert's horses was scratched from the Kentucky Derby on Thursday, just days away from his long-awaited return at ...
Kentucky Oaks live: Tickets still available. See hats, results and more from Churchill Downs
The Kentucky Oaks 2025, the second biggest day of racing at Churchill Downs, is finally here. And today is all about the ...
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Color and concrete: Derby horticulture team brings ‘southern feel’ to Churchill Downs
Throughout the year, a team of just 10 horticulturist decorate and maintain the expansive grounds of Churchill Downs.