Kentucky Derby News

Grade I Derby City Distaff Winner Vahva Takes Down Chicago Stakes

Godolphin’s talented homebred First Mission, an impressive winner of the Alysheba Stakes (Grade II) on the Kentucky Oaks undercard, headlines a competitive field of nine older horses that entered next Saturday’s 43rd running of the $1 million Stephen...

For veteran trainer Donnie Habeeb, his morning starts with a familiar routine but it’s a routine unlike most on the backside of Churchill Downs. Habeeb, who trains four horses, handles every aspect their care alongside his wife of 40 years, Beth. Donnie...

Churchill Downs Update: Vahva Training 'Better Than Ever' Ahead of Saturday's Chicago Stakes

Churchill Downs Update: Local Stephen Foster Day Horses Gear Up for Closing Weekend Stakes

Churchill Downs Stakes Recap and Quotes: Our Pretty Woman Holds off Intricate to Win $173,700 Monomoy Girl

Churchill Downs Stakes Advance: Grade I Winners Vahava, Society to Meet in Saturday's Grade III, $250,000 Chicago Stakes

Rob O’Connor II, a fixture on the Kentucky racing circuit for nearly 39 years, has decided to retire from his career as a trainer, marking the end of an era filled with dedication and passion for the sport.
“There are so many people in this game that...

Churchill Downs Update: Blair Barn Firing On All Cylinders Following Wednesday Double

Downs After Dark 'Yacht Rock' Highlights Jam-Packed Week at Churchill Downs