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PHOTOS: Colorful plumed hats fills Churchill Downs as fans embrace the 151st Kentucky Derby
Despite the chance of rain in the forecast, colorful plumed hats are again a fashion staple at Churchill Downs for the 151st ...
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The history of the iconic Twin Spires of Churchill Downs
The Kentucky Derby is one of the most iconic sporting events in the world, and at the heart of that tradition are the twin ...
Churchill Downs pausing renovations due to Trump tariffs ahead of 2025 KY Derby
The racetrack had announced plans for its ‘largest expansion’ ever, with more than $1 billion in upgrades, but officials said ...
2025 Kentucky Oaks Day race results from Churchill Downs ahead of Brad Cox, Good Cheer win
Kentucky Oaks Day 2025 results from Friday's undercard race schedule at Churchill Downs. See who won the biggest KY Oaks ...
Thorpedo Anna, reigning Horse of the Year, to visit clinic after surprise loss at Churchill Downs
Thorpedo Anna is headed for a checkup at a veterinary clinic after the reigning Horse of the Year finished a surprising ...
'Not about money': Neighborhoods surrounding Churchill Downs continue annual tradition of selling parking
Neighborhoods around Churchill Downs took advantage of the crowds and sold their yards and driveways for parking to race fans ...
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Churchill Downs brings roaring 20s to life for Derby week opening night
Churchill Downs kicked off Derby week with a blast from the past, as the sounds of the roaring 20s filled the iconic ...
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Driver crashes into gates and fencing outside Churchill Downs
A driver crashed into some of the gates outside Churchill Downs Saturday morning, according to Louisville Metro Police.