Horse Racing - Page 15

May 9, 2023

Bloody Kentucky Derby brawl video goes viral after spectator suffers apparent eye injury

The Kentucky Derby attracts thousands of horse racing enthusiasts, but some spectators had to deal with an unexpected surprise when fights broke out during this year's race.

May 6, 2023

Anna Nicole Smith's daughter Dannielynn Birkhead wears late mom's jewelry and sunflower gown at Kentucky Derby

Dannielynn Birkhead paid tribute to her late mother Anna Nicole Smith at the Kentucky Derby. The 16-year-old wore pieces of Smith's jewelry while attending with her father.

May 6, 2023

Horse death toll increases to seven at Churchill Downs, sparking more controversy at the Kentucky Derby

Seven horses have now died this week at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, site of Saturday's 149th running of the Kentucky Derby.

May 6, 2023

PETA calls Churchill Downs a 'killing field' after 7 horses die at track leading up to Kentucky Derby

Seven horses died at Churchill Downs in the week leading up to the Kentucky Derby, including two just hours before the race. PETA is on the attack.

May 6, 2023

Mage wins 149th Kentucky Derby

Mage was the first to cross the finish line after a mile-and-a-quarter haul at Churchill Downs to win the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby.

May 6, 2023

Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes to call ‘Riders Up’ at 2023 Kentucky Derby

Two-time Super Bowl champion Patrick Mahomes will make the famous "Riders Up" call at the 2023 Kentucky Derby Saturday at Churchill Downs.

May 6, 2023

Early Kentucky Derby favorite Forte scratched just hours before the race’s start; sixth horse dies

State veterinarians were forced to scratch Forte from the race on Saturday morning after the horse was declared unfit for competition due to a foot bruise.

May 6, 2023

Kentucky Derby favorite scratched from race due to bruised right foot

Kentucky Derby favorite Forte was scratched from the race Saturday morning due to concerns over a bruised right foot. Forte is the fifth horse to be scratched.

May 5, 2023

How to bet on the Kentucky Derby from home

Placing bets on your favorite horses during the annual Kentucky Derby is easier than ever through a variety of online gambling websites.

May 4, 2023

Churchill Downs suspends trainer Saffie Joseph Jr indefinitely after sudden death of horses at track

Churchill Downs has suspended horse trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. indefinitely after two of his horses died suddenly at the Kentucky racetrack.