Churchill Downs has revealed the official mint julep glass and “Art of the Kentucky Derby” for the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve – both designed by Kentucky-native Grayson Reynolds.
The Turf Publicists of America (TPA) announced today that the 2025 Big Sport of Turfdom award will be presented to social media influencer Griffin Johnson. The annual award recognizes a person or group who enhances coverage of Thoroughbred racing through cooperation with media and racing publicists.
Late November is a time of change in horse racing as several tracks open for their winter meets, and two popular venues are kicking off extended runs this week. Tampa Bay Downs holds their first day of racing on Wednesday, Nov. 19, while Fair Grounds in New Orleans starts Thursday, Nov.
Resolute Racing had never run a horse in a claiming race prior to the sixth race at Churchill Downs Nov. 12. Yet, their first entry at the level may have meant even more to the team than a stakes runner would have, as it served as a crucial milestone for Awesome Hawaiian.
The fact that he was even in the starting gate may have been considered a miracle last year, not to mention that he won with authority.
