Horse Racing

BloodHorse news editor Byron King gives his selections for the May 3 Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs. Source link

Ethan West, 32, didn’t expect to find himself in the position of saddling a Kentucky Derby (G1) starter so early in his training career which launched in 2018. Yet, here he is, and not only does West plan to make the most of the experience—an opportunity which eludes some of even the most-seasoned trainers—he doesn’t merely want…

After an exciting several months of preparation, the best 3-year-old Thoroughbreds are set to compete May 3 in the $5 million Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs. A competitive field is lined up featuring horses connected to some of the biggest names in the sport as well as contenders coming from less heralded origins. The Derby…

With an industry already concerned about the future of racing at Gulfstream Park and hopeful that some positive gains at Santa Anita Park can provide a path forward in Southern California, a decision by Churchill Downs Inc. to pause plans on a major investment in its namesake racetrack raised a few eyebrows when announced April 23. In this…

When the Kentucky Derby (G1) field loads into the starting gate at Churchill Downs May 3, 20 jockeys will be envisioning their path to victory. When the lucky rider who succeeds hits the finish line, his photo will be taken from countless angles and be published, broadcasted, and posted across the globe. Mark Cutler will not…

Jose Salinas, one of 13 trainers at Penn National Race Course cited for giving intra-articular injections within the stand-down periods prior to a race or workout, has been suspended for 60 days and fined $5,000. Salinas was cited for having a knee and both hocks of the 5-year-old gelding Zoomster injected with a corticosteroid three…

In a BloodHorse interview the evening of the Kentucky Oaks (G1) draw, Godolphin USA director of bloodstock Michael Banahan paused for a moment to think of an adjective to describe Good Cheer  before remembering the 3-year-old filly’s accomplishments to date didn’t need added definition: “She’s undefeated.” Godolphin homebred Good Cheer will search for her biggest…

Chunk of Gold  is one of this year’s “feel good” stories heading into the Kentucky Derby (G1) because the modestly bred gray or roan colt who cost just $2,500 as a yearling makes every fan feel like they, too, could one day realize their dream on American racing’s biggest stage. The son of Preservationist  will…

Join hosts Louie Rabaut, Sean Collins, and Kali Francois for the 13th episode of BloodHorse Monday, your weekly dose of Thoroughbred racing analysis and insights! In this action-packed installment: Jockey Umberto Rispoli, who rides Kentucky Derby favorite Journalism , joins the show to talk about the Derby, his recent travel, and how Journalism compares to…

When the Kentucky Derby (G1) field loads into the starting gate at Churchill Downs May 3, 20 jockeys will be envisioning their path to victory. When the lucky rider who succeeds hits the finish line, his photo will be taken from countless angles and be published, broadcasted, and posted across the globe. Mark Cutler will not…