Discussing the Derby

Good Magic and Flameaway head for the finsh line in the Blue Grass Stakes!.
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Free Drop Billy romps early in the Blue Grass Stakes.
Free Drop Billy romps early in the Blue Grass Stakes.

What a long strange trip it’s been, this Road to the Kentucky Derby.  Thinking back to last September, how many times have we changed our minds, or might there be a few who had an inkling from foaling season?  I’ve had an fascinating but indecisive path myself however, I have finally come to some determinations.  This is what I know about the 144th running of the Kentucky Derby and I would love to share it with you.

 

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Equine Eclipse Awards

Collection of Affirmed memorabilia with Eclipse Awards
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Eclipse Awards on display at the Kentucky Horse Park including 1979 Horse of the Year, Affirmed
Eclipse Awards on display at the Kentucky Horse Park including 1979 Horse of the Year, Affirmed

The cream of the crop have been crowned!  The 2017 edition of the Eclipse Awards was held tonight, 1/25/18.  There was a most deserving horse selected in all equine categories.  Read on to learn how your favorite athlete’s performance on the track led to the most prestigious award in North American Thoroughbred racing.

 

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Start 2018 With Your Kentucky Derby Dream

Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby
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Tale of Ekati, winner of the 2008 Jerome
Tale of Ekati, winner of the 2008 Jerome

Happy New Year!  Be careful with your celebrations tonight because there is a whole lot to look forward to in the fresh new year.  Racing fans, get ready to be thrilled by the brand new 3 year-olds!  When the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve, all of the Northern Hemisphere Thoroughbreds celebrate the same birthday, each aging 1 year.  These upcoming 3 year-olds are full of budding talent and well on their way down “The Road to the Kentucky Derby.”

 

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