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Legendary trainer Bob Baffert returns to Churchill Downs after 3-year ban
It’s over with, and that’s why I feel good about going back there, because all that negative [energy] — it’s all gone," said ...
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'What did I do to get to be the guy?' | Churchill Downs' bugler celebrates 30 years on the job
Steve Buttleman always wanted to make a career out of music, but the Derby was never on his radar until the bugler job opened ...
Horse euthanized days ahead of Derby Week following injury at Churchill Downs
A horse was euthanized April 24 after suffering an injury at Churchill Downs, just days ahead of the 151st Kentucky Derby.
Kentucky Oaks 2025 post positions are set. See who's favored, odds at Churchill Downs
Post positions for the 2025 Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs are set. See the full lineup and betting odds for each horse in ...
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Churchill Downs hosts first-ever Community Shopping Days
For the first time ever, Churchill Downs opened its Kentucky Derby Store to the public — no ticket required. Community ...
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Horse euthanized at Churchill Downs after fracturing both front legs while training
This latest death of a thoroughbred comes at a time when equine fatalities threaten the future of horse racing.
Greenberg open to negotiations on proposal to shift Churchill Downs money from JCPS to city
The shift in tone comes as many district leaders say they were not informed of the plan prior to its introduction and ...
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In a reversal, Louisville's mayor backs Churchill Downs payment that aids JCPS
Mayor Craig Greenberg says he's committed to changing a Churchill Downs funding ordinance to make it 'beneficial for everyone ...