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Notable Celebrity Horse Owners in the Kentucky Derby

The Kentucky Derby is an event for the stars – both equine and human. Making it to the race is a dream of horse owners from all walks of life. For example, former Major League Baseball World Series champion Jayson Werth had a Kentucky Derby starter two years in a row in 2024-'25.

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Nine Everyday American Essentials Older Than the Kentucky Derby

The Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve is the longest continuously held sporting event in America, with this year marking its 152nd edition. Often referred to as the “most exciting two minutes in sports,” the iconic race first occurred May 17, 1875, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., and has been run there every year since.

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Five Things You Need to Know Before Adopting an OTTB

Bringing home an off-track Thoroughbred (OTTB) is exciting, rewarding, and a little overwhelming at times.

Thoroughbreds leave the racetrack as highly conditioned athletes, but stepping into a new career means adapting to an entirely different lifestyle. It’s more than just a change in discipline — it’s a full reset in management, barn life, and expectations.

If you’re considering adopting an OTTB — or have recently brought one home — here are five things many new owners wish they knew that can make all the difference as you begin your retraining journey together.

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Where to Watch/Listen: Horse Racing Coverage April 22-26

We’re less than two weeks away from horse racing’s biggest event of the year, and contenders for the 152nd Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve continue to arrive at Churchill Downs in advance of the cutoff date of Saturday, April 25.

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The 48-Year Love Story That Produced Kentucky Derby Contender So Happy

The 152nd Kentucky Derby will be charged with emotion for many fans, but none more so than 94-year-old Leverett Miller, breeder of Santa Anita Derby winner So Happy.

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