One of the most inspiring stories in racing history involves the late Cody Dorman and his namesake, Cody’s Wish. Dorman was born with Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that affects many body parts and can dramatically shorten life expectancy. He was unable to walk or speak and used subtle head movements to communicate on a tablet.
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A Taste of History: The Souvenir Kentucky Derby Glass
After the 1938 Kentucky Derby, the Churchill Downs staff noticed that they were short more than a few water glasses. Fans, it turned out, were stealing the glasses to take home as souvenirs of their big day at the races. The track had an idea: rather than continue to lose glassware to pilfering fans, why not make a special glass they could sell to fans to commemorate the day?
Twenty Quotes to Celebrate 2023 National Day of the Horse
In honor of National Day of the Horse on Dec. 13, enjoy some of our favorite quotes celebrating the beauty, power, and grace of the horse: Horse and handler at Saratoga. (Eclipse Sportswire)
Jockey Crystal Conning an Insightful On-Camera Addition as New Oaklawn Paddock Analyst
When Oaklawn Park opened last weekend, two new faces were behind the microphone: Matt Dinerman became the track’s seventh announcer in its 120-year history, and Crystal Conning joined the team as Paddock Analyst. Oaklawn veteran Racing Analyst Nancy Holthus rounds out this trifecta providing expert information.
