2020 Kentucky Derby will have a single 20 horse starting gate
Churchill Downs Racetrack has entered into an agreement with Australian-based Steriline Racing to design and construct a new custom-made, 20-stall […]
2020 Kentucky Derby to have no fans in attendance
Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) announced today its decision to run the 146th Kentucky Derby on September 5, 2020 […]
Horse racing will miss well known Washington horseman Ralph Vacca
Former Washington Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners Association general manager Ralph Vacca, a long-time horseman and industry leader in the Northwest, […]
Maker’s Mark bottle to benefit Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund
Keeneland and Maker’s Mark have a rich history of working hand-in-hand to benefit the community and the horse industry. This year […]
2020 Kentucky Derby with spectators a ‘GO’ for September 5
Churchill Downs Racetrack announced that after consultation with Gov. Andy Beshear and state public health officials the 146th runnings of […]
Social media helps thoroughbred adoptions
Social media has been a game-changer for animal adoptions of all kinds; it allows organizations to reach more people for […]
Churchill Downs to open for racing without spectators
Churchill Downs to open for racing on May 16th without spectators. Along with no spectators, the entrance to the backside […]
Triple Crown winners to race virtually on Derby Day for charity on NBC
Churchill Downs announced plans to celebrate the first Saturday in May, the traditional date of the annual Kentucky Derby, by […]
Louisville Slugger closes factory, museum, and furloughs staff
Note – #KentuckyDerbyTours was scheduled to visit there next Wednesday during Derby week. Visiting the Slugger Museum is a non-racing […]
Milliners are using Kentucky Derby hat supplies for protective face masks
Switching gears: Milliners are using Kentucky Derby hat suppliers for protective face masks Fancy hats and protective face masks. Kentucky Derby milliners […]