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Nicknames, Favorite Treats, and Theme Songs for Some of the 2025 Kentucky Derby Horses

There are 20 3-year-olds, plus one also-eligible entrant, entered up to compete in the 151st Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve May 3 under the Twin Spires at Churchill Downs, and each one of them is a unique individual with likes and dislikes as well as quirks and habits. Isabella Leslie caught up with the connections of several hopefuls for the 2025 run for th

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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 is back for the second year in a row with a horse in the Derby.

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 151st 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.

How to Throw the Perfect Kentucky Derby Party

Attending the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve this year for the 151st edition of the race? Congratulations! You’re one of the lucky few (OK, thousands), but for those of us not attending this year’s running at Churchill Downs — this writer included — there is still plenty at stake and many avenues to pursue.

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Chef Joshua Weissman Teams with Kentucky Derby to Spice Up At-Home Celebrations

Churchill Downs Racetrack has announced a partnership with New York Times best-selling cookbook author and content creator chef Joshua Weissman to help fans create the ultimate at-home race day celebration for the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve.

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