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As Derby Decision Looms, Built Fires Bullet
As connections debate whether to run Built in the Kentucky Derby (G1) or Pat Day Mile Stakes (G2) at Churchill Downs May 3, the son of Hard Spun fired a bullet five furlongs in :59 2/5 April 24.
Lynch: Owen Almighty Made the Move We Were Looking For
Brian Lynch's assistant trainer and son, Nic, discusses what the team thought of Owen Almighty's April 24 breeze at Churchill Downs.
Curtis: Built Moved, Felt Great in Bullet Breeze
Jockey Ben Curtis was aboard Built April 24 for a bullet five-furlong breeze in :59 2/5 at Churchill Downs and is hopeful to get the call to ride should the horse enter the Kentucky Derby (G1).
Catalano On Built's Workout, Derby Decision
Trainer Wayne Catalano spoke with the media following Built's April 24 breeze at Churchill Downs in which he recorded a bullet five furlongs in :59 2/5. Both the Kentucky Derby (G1) and Pat Day Mile (G2) remain as options.
Letters: On Derby Points, New Racing Documentary
Letters to the BH Daily Editor, April 24, 2025
Cornucopian to Run in Allowance, Eyes Preakness Bid
A last-out fourth in the Arkansas Derby (G1), Cornucopian returns to action in a one-mile allowance optional claiming contest at Aqueduct Racetrack April 27 with an eye on the Preakness Stakes (G1).
Radio, Television Begin to Ramp Up Into Derby Week
A schedule compiled by America's Best Racing of racing programs on radio and television.
Casse: Sandman is 'At The Top of the Mountain'
Trainer Mark Casse spoke with the media following Sandman's final Kentucky Derby (G1) breeze April 23, a five-furlong work in 1:02 2/5 at Churchill Downs.
Sandman Records Final Derby Breeze 10 Days Before Race
With 10 days to go, Sandman became the first Kentucky Derby (G1) contender to record his final breeze ahead of the May 3 race, traveling an easy five furlongs in 1:02 2/5 at Churchill Downs April 23.
Journalism Expected Favorite in Preakness Future Wager
The new Maryland Jockey Club, in conjunction with 1/ST Racing, announces the field and morning line odds for the Preakness Stakes Future Win Wager. Journalism is the 8-1 morning line favorite.
Espinoza reflects on 'Best Horse I Ever Rode'
Victor Espinoza and American Pharoah electrified the sport of horse racing with their accomplishments together. After winning the Triple Crown, they won the Haskell Invitational Stakes (G1) and Breeders' Cup Classic (G1).
Journalism Arrives at Churchill Downs
Michael McCarthy discusses expected Kentucky Derby favorite, Journalism, after the colt arrived at Churchill Downs from Southern California April 22.
Journalism Arrives at Churchill Downs for Derby
Journalism, the expected favorite for the May 3 Kentucky Derby (G1), completed a 12-hour journey from Southern California April 22 and arrived at Churchill Downs around 4:30 p.m. ET.
NTRA Poll Sees Minor Adjustments as Runners Await Derby
With the Road to the Kentucky Derby completed and the nation's top 3-year-olds awaiting May 3, it came as no surprise that there were only minor changes to the National Thoroughbred Racing Association's Top 3-Year-Old Poll April 22.
Sovereignty Maintains Derby Dozen Edge Before Post Draw
Byron King's Top 12 on the Road to the Kentucky Derby, presented by Spendthrift Farm.
Admire Daytona's Slow Breeze Goes Exactly to Plan
Despite not posting a flashy time, Admire Daytona's half-mile work in :53 1/5 at Churchill Downs April 22 went according to plan as the UAE Derby (G2) winner prepares for the May 3 Kentucky Derby (G1).
Mott on Godolphin: They're a Fantastic Organization
Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott discusses his relationship with Godolphin, which dates back to winning the inaugural Dubai World Cup (G1) with Allen Paulson homebred Cigar in 1996. Mott trains Godolphin homebred Sovereignty in the Kentucky Derby (G1).
Lukas on American Promise: He's Had a Really Good Month
The Coach, D. Wayne Lukas, discusses the development of Virginia Derby winner American Promise ahead of his start in the May 3 Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs.
Casse Gives La Cara an A+, Keeping Sandman Happy
Following La Cara's bullet half-mile workout in :46 April 22, trainer Mark Casse gives her an A+ ahead of the May 2 Kentucky Oaks (G1). The Hall of Famer also discusses Kentucky Derby (G1) contender Sandman ahead of his April 23 breeze.
Admire Daytona's Slow Breeze Exactly to Plan
Despite not posting a flashy time, Admire Daytona's half-mile work in :53 1/5 at Churchill Downs April 22 went according to plan as the UAE Derby (G2) winner prepares for the May 3 Kentucky Derby (G1).
