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The Latest Breaking News from Kentucky Derby

For NBC News Steve Kornacki Covering The Kentucky Derby Is A Dream Job.

NBC Sports Is Set For A Record 7.5 Hours Of Kentucky Derby Coverage

Zenger

Something Very Suspicious Is Happening Right Before Kentucky Derby

Churchill Downs is investigating an untimely string of events ahead of its premier event on Saturday.

The Street

Kentucky Derby 2023 live stream: How to watch online, race time, horses and odds

How to watch the Kentucky Derby 2023 online, to see which horse wins the Triple Crown's first race

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Kentucky Derby Announces Big Role for Patrick Mahomes on Saturday

Two-time Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes will give the famous "Riders Up" declaration at the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby.

Sports Illustrated

Horse racing trainer arrives “a little bit drunk” for Kentucky Derby challenge

Hidetaka Otonashi, one of Japan’s most successful trainers, will saddle his first runner in the Kentucky Derby, the UAE Derby winner Derma Sotogake

Daily Mirror

Churchill Downs horse deaths cloud Kentucky Derby build-up

Los Angeles (AFP) - The deaths of four horses at Churchill Downs in the space of a week have cast a cloud over Saturday's Kentucky Derby, with racetrack officials saying Wednesday the situation is "unacceptable."

AFP

Every Kentucky Derby winner since 2000

A look back at some Kentucky Derby history, including a couple Triple Crown winners.

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Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes to call ‘riders up’ at 149th Kentucky Derby

#Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes will call "Riders Up!" at the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 6.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Patrick Mahomes gets a call for the Kentucky Derby

What will Patrick Mahomes call Saturday at the Kentucky Derby?

USA Today Sports Media Group

Horse Deaths Raise Questions Ahead of the Kentucky Derby

Four racehorses have died leading up to this week’s festivities, casting a shadow over the sport as it tries to celebrate its biggest week of the year.

Sports Illustrated

Here’s What It Costs to Attend the 2023 Kentucky Derby

Surprisingly, you don’t have to break the bank to get a seat at Churchill Downs this weekend.

Sports Illustrated

Today's Interview: Derby-winning team back in action Friday at Churchill Downs

The Lexington-based trainer of last year’s 80 to 1 Kentucky Derby winner will be back at Churchill Downs Friday with the same horse. Lexington-based Eric Reed will run Rich Strike in the $600,000 Alysheba Stakes.

WEKU

Kentucky Derby Post Position Draw Sets Todd Pletcher’s Three Horses as Favorites

The longtime trainer arrives to Churchill Downs with the strongest hand, including two favorites and an undefeated contender.

Sports Illustrated

Dining Out? Kentucky Derby watch parties, Cinco de Mayo offerings at area eateries

Your ultimate guide to eating out in Chicago. Highlights of the area eateries’ openings, new menus and special events and more.

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The Tragic Death of a Kentucky Derby Racehorse Feels Eerily Familiar

After injuring his hind left leg in an early-morning workout Thursday at Churchill Downs, Wild on Ice had to be euthanized nine days before the race.

Daily Mirror

Kentucky Derby underdog Wild On Ice dies during training for US Classic

Wild On Ice was due to be ridden in the Kentucky Derby by Ken Tohill, who aged 60 was set to become the oldest jockey to ride in America's most famous race

Tribune News Service

John Clay: Todd Pletcher owns a stacked Kentucky Derby deck, but watch out for the Japanese

When it comes to this year’s Kentucky Derby, there is no question which trainer is currently holding the strongest hand.

Los Angeles Times

Practical Move heads to Kentucky Derby after winning by a nose in Santa Anita Derby

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Tapit Trice outduels Verifying to win the Blue Grass Stakes, clinch Kentucky Derby spot

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Tapit Trice was the favorite in the Toyota Blue Grass Stakes at Keeneland on Saturday and considered one of the top choices for next month’s Kentucky Derby, but his last race had left some questions.

Tribune News Service

John Clay: Five questions to be answered in Saturday’s Grade 1 Blue Grass Stakes at Keeneland

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Keeneland’s Grade 1 Kentucky Derby prep race hits the dirt on Saturday when 11 colts head to the post for the $1 million Blue Grass Stakes.

Tribune News Service

Kentucky Derby Watch 2023: Forte emerges as clear favorite with race now a month away

LEXINGTON, Ky. — With only one month left until the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby on May 6 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, one horse has separated itself from the pack as a clear front-runner for this year’s Run for the Roses.

Daily Mirror

British syndicate group considering once-in-a-lifetime shot at the £2.4m Kentucky Derby

Top syndicate ownership group Middleham Park Racing is seriously considering running three-year-old Brave Emperor in the historic US race, the Kentucky Derby

Los Angeles Times

Forte’s win in Florida Derby makes him the big Kentucky Derby favorite

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. — If there was any doubt who will be the favorite for the Kentucky Derby, Forte erased it with a rousing come-from-behind win Saturday in the $1 million Florida Derby.

Los Angeles Times

After four decades, trainer Ed Moger gets his first Triple Crown starter

LOS ANGELES — Horse racing is all about the Triple Crown, three races for 3-year-olds held over a five-week period. The vast majority of trainers never get there, but it doesn't keep them from trying.

Los Angeles Times

Bob Baffert moves his top Kentucky Derby horses to former assistant Tim Yakteen

Trainer Bob Baffert moved the remainder of his top Kentucky Derby horses to former assistant Tim Yakteen on Sunday including Arabian Knight, winner of the Southwest Stakes at Oaklawn and the horse given the best chance of winning the Derby, according to future odds.

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