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The past few years have been filled with highlights for jockey Junior Alvarado.

The most anticipated week in the horse racing calendar is here, and coverage of the sport on TV, radio, and via livestream programs will be at an annual peak in the days leading up to May 3 when the 151st Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve will be held at Churchill Downs.

In recent years, Louisville has gone from having the reputation as a “hidden gem” on the dining and entertainment scene to being duly recognized as one of the best cities in the U.S. for unique restaurants and bars. And of course, the spotlight shines brightest on Kentucky’s biggest city during Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve week.

Tom Pedulla is interviewing prominent owners, trainers and jockeys as they travel the Road to the $5 million Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve on Saturday at Churchill Downs.

There is a fresh energy infusing the backside at Emerald Downs as they are ready for Opening Day of their 30th season on April 27. Horse racing has a long history in the Pacific Northwest that includes The Meadows (1902-1908), Longacres (1933-1992), and Emerald Downs, which opened in 1996.

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