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After a year of fewer horse deaths, Churchill Downs eyes a safer future
It’s truly a team effort,” Dr. Will Farmer, Churchill Downs Equine Medical Director, said. “There are a lot of parties that ...
2025 Kentucky Derby sleepers, odds, free advice, contenders: 3 best longshot picks for Churchill Downs
SportsLine horse racing handicapper Jody Demling reveals his top Kentucky Derby 2025 longshots to target on Saturday at Churchill Downs ...
Churchill Downs pausing renovations due to Trump tariffs ahead of 2025 KY Derby
The racetrack had announced plans for its ‘largest expansion’ ever, with more than $1 billion in upgrades, but officials said ...
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Churchill Downs racing analyst Joe Kristufek shares insight on Derby contenders
For many, they can’t make a stop at Churchill Downs without fueling up at one of Louisville’s most iconic restaurants: Wagner’s Pharmacy. This will be the first time in more than 50 years that Derby ...
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'What did I do to get to be the guy?' | Churchill Downs' bugler celebrates 30 years on the job
Steve Buttleman always wanted to make a career out of music, but the Derby was never on his radar until the bugler job opened ...
Rodriguez jockey Mike Smith has shot at Kentucky Derby history Saturday at Churchill Downs
Rodriguez jockey Mike Smith, 58, with fellow Hall of Famer Bob Baffert, can add to Kentucky Derby history on Saturday night ...
Churchill Downs, Louisville mayor lay out plans for Kentucky Derby safety
Churchill Downs and Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg discussed keeping guests safe if severe weather happens during the week.
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How Churchill Downs keeps the track in shape
That’s the name of the game when it comes to maintaining the track at Churchill Downs. Richardson is the track superintendent. He’s watched over every aspect here for the last 13 years. “The crew, we ...