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Radio, Television Begin to Ramp Up Into Derby Week

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 21:00
A schedule compiled by America's Best Racing of racing programs on radio and television.

Casse: Sandman is 'At The Top of the Mountain'

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 21:00
Trainer Mark Casse spoke with the media following Sandman's final Kentucky Derby (G1) breeze April 23, a five-furlong work in 1:02 2/5 at Churchill Downs.

Sandman Records Final Derby Breeze 10 Days Before Race

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 21:00
With 10 days to go, Sandman became the first Kentucky Derby (G1) contender to record his final breeze ahead of the May 3 race, traveling an easy five furlongs in 1:02 2/5 at Churchill Downs April 23.

Journalism Expected Favorite in Preakness Future Wager

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 15:00
The new Maryland Jockey Club, in conjunction with 1/ST Racing, announces the field and morning line odds for the Preakness Stakes Future Win Wager. Journalism is the 8-1 morning line favorite.

Espinoza reflects on 'Best Horse I Ever Rode'

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 15:00
Victor Espinoza and American Pharoah electrified the sport of horse racing with their accomplishments together. After winning the Triple Crown, they won the Haskell Invitational Stakes (G1) and Breeders' Cup Classic (G1).

Journalism Arrives at Churchill Downs

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 03:00
Michael McCarthy discusses expected Kentucky Derby favorite, Journalism, after the colt arrived at Churchill Downs from Southern California April 22.

Journalism Arrives at Churchill Downs for Derby

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 03:00
Journalism, the expected favorite for the May 3 Kentucky Derby (G1), completed a 12-hour journey from Southern California April 22 and arrived at Churchill Downs around 4:30 p.m. ET.

NTRA Poll Sees Minor Adjustments as Runners Await Derby

Tue, 04/22/2025 - 21:00
With the Road to the Kentucky Derby completed and the nation's top 3-year-olds awaiting May 3, it came as no surprise that there were only minor changes to the National Thoroughbred Racing Association's Top 3-Year-Old Poll April 22.

Sovereignty Maintains Derby Dozen Edge Before Post Draw

Tue, 04/22/2025 - 21:00
Byron King's Top 12 on the Road to the Kentucky Derby, presented by Spendthrift Farm.

Mott on Godolphin: They're a Fantastic Organization

Tue, 04/22/2025 - 21:00
Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott discusses his relationship with Godolphin, which dates back to winning the inaugural Dubai World Cup (G1) with Allen Paulson homebred Cigar in 1996. Mott trains Godolphin homebred Sovereignty in the Kentucky Derby (G1).

Lukas on American Promise: He's Had a Really Good Month

Tue, 04/22/2025 - 21:00
The Coach, D. Wayne Lukas, discusses the development of Virginia Derby winner American Promise ahead of his start in the May 3 Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs.

Casse Gives La Cara an A+, Keeping Sandman Happy

Tue, 04/22/2025 - 21:00
Following La Cara's bullet half-mile workout in :46 April 22, trainer Mark Casse gives her an A+ ahead of the May 2 Kentucky Oaks (G1). The Hall of Famer also discusses Kentucky Derby (G1) contender Sandman ahead of his April 23 breeze.

Admire Daytona's Slow Breeze Goes Exactly to Plan

Tue, 04/22/2025 - 21:00
Despite not posting a flashy time, Admire Daytona's half-mile work in :53 1/5 at Churchill Downs April 22 went according to plan as the UAE Derby (G2) winner prepares for the May 3 Kentucky Derby (G1).

Briley: Coal Battle Getting 'A Little More Serious'

Tue, 04/22/2025 - 21:00
Following his third breeze on the Churchill Downs surface April 22—a half-mile in :47 4/5—trainer Lonnie Briley and assistant trainer Bethany Taylor discuss how Coal Battle is training with just 11 days until the May 3 Kentucky Derby (G1).

Hernandez Jr. Eyes Encore in Kentucky Derby, Oaks

Tue, 04/22/2025 - 06:00
Brian Hernandez Jr., who joined trainer Kenny McPeek in completing the Kentucky Oaks (G1)–Kentucky Derby (G1) sweep last year with Thorpedo Anna and Mystik Dan, is back again with mounts in the marquee events.

BH Monday: Smith Calls Rodriguez Legit Derby Contender

Tue, 04/22/2025 - 00:00
Hall of Fame jockey Mike Smith joins the April 21 episode of BloodHorse Monday to discuss Kentucky Derby (G1) contender Rodriguez and his Derby memories. Also, Louie Rabaut and Sean Collins react to comments from trainers on their Derby contenders.

ESPN Louisville Hosts 25 Hours of Derby Week Coverage

Tue, 04/22/2025 - 00:00
ESPN Louisville will offer six days of Kentucky Derby coverage over its airwaves, as the station will broadcast 25 hours of live shows from Churchill Downs during Kentucky Derby 151 week.

Hernandez Jr. Eyes Encore in Kentucky Derby and Oaks

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 18:00
Brian Hernandez Jr., who joined trainer Ken McPeek in completing the  Kentucky Oaks (G1)–Kentucky Derby sweep last year with Thorpedo Anna and Mystik Dan, is back again with mounts in the marquee events.

After 10 Years, Citizen Bull Returns Garcia to Derby

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 00:00
After a 10-year absence, veteran jockey Martin Garcia is headed back to the Kentucky Derby (G1). He is set to ride Citizen Bull, last year's champion 2-year-old male, for trainer Bob Baffert in the 151st Run for the Roses at Churchill Downs May 3.

Rodriguez, Baeza Breeze for Derby at Santa Anita

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 00:00
Top 3-year-olds Rodriguez and Baeza each had their final local works April 20 at Santa Anita Park prior to shipping to Churchill Downs.

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