Tag: Thoroughbred

Dawn at the Downs is a great chance to see the Derby contenders

Dawn at the Downs is a great chance to see the Derby contenders

And if you don't want the buffet breakfast it's free! Just show up at the lot on the backside of Churchill Downs between 7am and 8:15 or so -- plan to stay until 9am. Get right on the rail to see Ky Derby and Ky Oaks contenders work out. Bring your coffee, perhaps some breakfast pastries and a friend. Don't...Read More

Kentucky Derby Favorite I Want Revenge Scratched

And bums a photographer. Papa Clem works at Churchill Downs prior to the 135th Kentucky Derby I got to see three Kentucky Derby horses work this week and got photos I was happy with of I Want Revenge. Early this morning, I Want Revenge kicked his stall and as a safety measure, his trainer decided not to run him in...Read More