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Renegade Leads April 23 Derby, Oaks Workers

Thu, 04/23/2026 - 21:00
The April 23 Kentucky Derby (G1) and Oaks (G1) work tab was headlined by likely Derby favorite Renegade, who recorded 4 furlongs in :50.94 at Palm Beach Downs.

Kentucky Derby Track Notes: Stark Contrast Back to Turf

Thu, 04/23/2026 - 21:00
Churchill Downs media provides updates on potential Kentucky Derby (G1) and Kentucky Oaks (G1) starters.

Silent Tactic, Casse Fillies Put Bow on Derby/Oaks Prep

Thu, 04/23/2026 - 21:00
Kentucky Derby (G1) contender Silent Tactic and Kentucky Oaks (G1) contenders Counting Stars and Search Party calmed the nerves of trainer Mark Casse by completing their final breezes April 23 at Churchill Downs.

With Preakness Purchase, CDI Hopes to Grow Event

Thu, 04/23/2026 - 21:00
In buying into the Preakness Stakes (G1) through an intellectual property purchase, Churchill Downs Inc. says it would like to help build the second jewel of the Triple Crown.

Kentucky Derby Track Notes: California Horses On-Track

Wed, 04/22/2026 - 18:00
Track media updates on Kentucky Derby (G1) and Kentucky Oaks (G1) contenders.

Renegade Favored at 10-1 in Preakness Future Wager

Wed, 04/22/2026 - 18:00
Arkansas Derby (G1) winner Renegade is the 10-1 morning line favorite in the Preakness Stakes Future Win Wager, which runs April 24-May 2.

Meet the Jockeys of the 2026 Kentucky Derby

Wed, 04/22/2026 - 18:00
Meet the Jockeys of the 2026 Kentucky Derby: a mix of accomplished veterans and talented first timers.

From the Start: A Look at Kentucky Derby Post Positions

Wed, 04/22/2026 - 18:00
The Kentucky Derby (G1) is rightfully known as the most exciting two minutes in sports; once the Churchill Downs starting gate springs open anything can (and often does) happen.

12-Second Furlongs Portend Kentucky Derby Success

Wed, 04/22/2026 - 18:00
Dick Downey writes that many Kentucky Derby (G1) winners showed steadiness in their splits in their final Derby preps, pointing to their ability to handle the 1 1/4-mile first leg of the Triple Crown.

Japan's Derby Contenders: A Tale of Two Pedigrees

Wed, 04/22/2026 - 12:00
In this week's Porter on Pedigrees, two Kentucky Derby (G1) contenders hail from Japan, one a Kentucky-bred with a decidedly American pedigree, and one with bloodlines less familiar to United States racing.

The 48-Year Love Story That Produced So Happy

Wed, 04/22/2026 - 03:00
The 152nd Kentucky Derby (G1) will be charged with emotion for many fans, but none more so than 94-year-old Leverett Miller, breeder of Santa Anita Derby (G1) winner So Happy.

White Abarrio Ranks No. 2 in NTRA Top Thoroughbred Poll

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 21:00
After surging past Sovereignty and Journalism in the stretch of the April 18 $1.25 million Oaklawn Handicap (G2) at Oaklawn Park, White Abarrio is surging up the ranks in the National Thoroughbred Racing Association's Top Thoroughbred Poll.

Further Ado Honed, Maintains Top Spot in Derby Dozen

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 21:00
Byron King's Top 12 on the Road to the Kentucky Derby, presented by Spendthrift Farm.

Asmussen Looking for Consistency from Chip Honcho

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 21:00
Now qualified for the Kentucky Derby (G1), Hall of Fame trainer Steve Asmussen discusses what is being weighed in the decision to actually run Chip Honcho at Churchill Downs on the first Saturday in May.

Brown Shares Thoughts on Iron Honor, Preakness' Future

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 21:00
Trainer Chad Brown discusses why he's pointing Iron Honor to the Preakness Stakes (G1) instead of the Kentucky Derby (G1) and shares his thoughts on the future of the Preakness.

Brown Points Iron Honor to Preakness Instead of Derby

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 21:00
Trainer Chad Brown said April 21 that Iron Honor will skip the Kentucky Derby (G1) and run in the Preakness Stakes (G1) as long as no major defections happen before the April 25 Derby entry date.

Maryland Stadium Authority Advances Laurel Park Plan

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 21:00
The Maryland Stadium Authority board of directors April 20 gave near-unanimous approval to spending $48.5 million to purchase Laurel Park for use as a training center.

Four Sires to Break Through With First Derby Runners

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 21:00
This week's The List takes a look at four stallions expected to have their first-ever Kentucky Derby (G1) runners May 2 at Churchill Downs.

Churchill Downs Inc. Purchases Preakness Stakes

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 15:00
Beginning in 2027, Churchill Downs Inc. will control the first two legs of the Triple Crown as the company on April 21 purchased the intellectual property rights to the Preakness Stakes (G1).

Four Sires Set to Breakthrough with First Derby Runners

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 15:00
This week's The List takes a look at four stallions expected to have their first-ever Kentucky Derby (G1) runners May 2 at Churchill Downs.

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