There are a few female jockeys who will always be associated with their historic “firsts.” Diane Crump was the first female jockey to ride in a sanctioned race and the first woman to ride in the Kentucky Derby. Julie Krone became the first female rider to win a Triple Crown race when she guided Colonial Affair to victory in the 1993 Belmont Stakes. Jockey
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Noel’s Weekend Winners: Focus on Key Kentucky Derby Trail Races
Welcome to Noel Michaels’ Weekend Winners, the place to go for weekend best bets and spot plays from veteran handicapper and tournament-play pioneer Noel Michaels. Check back every week for a couple of highlighted selections designed to help you cash a few bets and make some money.
Horse Racing Women’s Association Announces 2026 Conference Dates
The Horse Racing Women's Association (HRWA) is thrilled to announce that FanDuel TV will return as the title sponsor of the fifth annual HRWA Conference, which will once again be held in Lexington, Ky., this year. The HRWA is pleased to announce the event will take place on Oct. 12-13 at Harper Hall.
2026 United Arab Emirates Derby at a Glance
The foreign flavor in the Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve will come into focus Saturday with the running of the United Arab Emirates Derby Sponsored by Jumeirah at Meydan Racecourse in Dubai.
