Jimmy Ferraro has been a trainer since 1977 when he landed in the winner’s circle with his very first starter, a horse by the name of Talking Partner. In the course of those 46 years, he’s never been to Churchill Downs. Not with a starter. Not even as a fan. “I’ve been to Keeneland for the sales a few times,” the 66-year-old New York-based trainer said, “but never to Churchill Downs.”
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Shared Family MyRacehorse Experience Helping Lexington Native Skidmore Keep Racing in Her Heart
One of the joys of horse racing is that it can be a family affair. No one knows this better than Lauren Skidmore, 23, from Lexington, Ky. She is currently in her first year at the University of Miami School of Law. She is in the sports law program and wants to be in athlete advocacy or an athlete representative in some capacity. Lauren is a shareholder in several racehorses through the MyRacehorse program with her dad, Camden Skidmore. It’s a dream come true after a lifetime of attending horse races.
Jeff Ruby Winner Two Phil’s a Triumph for the ‘Little Guys’
The last week has been nothing short of a fairytale for the Sagan family.
Road to 2023 Kentucky Derby: Dale Romans Talks Louisville Roots, Cyclone Mischief in Florida Derby
Tom Pedulla is interviewing prominent owners, trainers and jockeys as they travel the Road to the 149th Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve on May 6 at Churchill Downs.
