Oaklawn Park's road to the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve concludes this Saturday, when the Hot Springs, Ark. track hosts the $1.5 million, Grade 1 Arkansas Derby.
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Emerging Market Grinds Down Pavlovian to Prevail in Louisiana Derby
A Dozen Fun Facts About Jockeys in the Kentucky Derby
Being a professional jockey is an incredibly tough calling. Guiding a half-ton-plus racehorse around an oval while making split-second decisions at speeds of about 35 miles per hour – all while trying to maintain a weight of about 120 pounds – is not a profession for the faint of heart.
Built to Win: Ashado’s Consistent Excellence Paved a Path to the Hall of Fame
There’s usually something special attached to the first time. Of the numerous champions trained by Todd Pletcher, the first to enter the sport’s Hall of Fame was the sensational Ashado – an honor well-befitting one of the sport’s top fillies since the dawn of the 21st Century.
