In the wake of four recent equine fatalities, Churchill Downs released a statement May 3 about the incidents, saying the events were “unusual” and “unacceptable” but that track officials, riders and horsemen have confidence in the racing surfaces.

The Seabiscuit Heritage Foundation is delighted to announce the opening celebration of their permanent exhibition housed in the original 1930s-era stud barn of the legendary Seabiscuit.

In some ways, the first day of racing at the spring/summer meet at Belmont Park can be likened to opening day of the Major League Baseball season. It’s a sure sign that spring has arrived and that the eagerly-awaited start of summer is ever closer.

In a filled $500,000 American Turf Stakes (G2T) May 6 at Churchill Downs, Spendthrift Farm’s Major Dude is set to take his first spin around the Louisville oval when he takes on 13 other 3-year-olds for the 1 1/16 mile turf event.

In the wake of four recent equine fatalities, Churchill Downs released a statement May 3 about the incidents, saying the events were “unusual” and “unacceptable” but that track officials, riders and horsemen have confidence in the racing surfaces.

Breeders’ Cup Limited today announced the return of Pasadena Fan Fest, a special community gathering created to celebrate the 2023 Breeders’ Cup World Championships.

Having two progeny starters in the Kentucky Derby (G1) from your first crop is always an indication of promising things on the horizon for Hill ‘n’ Dale Farms at Xalapa stallion Good Magic.

After closing 2022 with four straight stakes wins capped by a narrow victory in the Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile (G1) at Keeneland, fan favorite Cody’s Wish is scheduled to make his 5-year-old debut May 6 in the $750,000 Churchill Downs Stakes (G1).

A hearty breakfast is advised for all those invested in the action at Park Paddocks May 4, with the bell ringing at 9:30 a.m. for the first of what will be around 100 going under the hammer as part of the Tattersalls Guineas Horses in Training Sale.

There are few, if any, better authorities on riding and winning the Kentucky Derby than Hall of Fame jockey John Velazquez. The 51-year-old native of Puerto Rico has officially won the Derby three times and crossed the finish line first four times.