Brisk Temperatures, Dry Conditions For Kentucky Oaks See Article / Friday, May 1, 2026 0 6 Article rating: No rating Cool temperatures in the upper 50s and low 60s will greet fans when they arrive for Kentucky Oaks Day at Churchill Downs for the eight-hour, 13-race card that kicks off at 12:30 p.m. ET. Read more
Right to Party Out of Derby, Nycon Out of Oaks See Article / Friday, May 1, 2026 0 10 Article rating: No rating Right to Party Out is out of the May 2 Kentucky Derby (G1), and Nycon is out of the May 1 Kentucky Oaks (G1). Read more
Trainer Doug O'Neill Asks Torres to Ride Robusta See Article / Friday, May 1, 2026 0 14 Article rating: No rating Trainer Doug O'Neill calls Cristian Torres to ask if he'll ride Robusta in the Kentucky Derby (G1). Read more
The Puma Brings Derby Winners Back to Big Stage See Article / Friday, May 1, 2026 0 8 Article rating: No rating In addition to proving himself as a top contender on the Derby trail, The Puma has the advantage of a team surrounding him that knows what it's like to win a Kentucky Derby (G1). Read more
The Road: Sizing Up Likely Early Kentucky Derby Runners See Article / Friday, May 1, 2026 0 12 Article rating: No rating The Road, presented by Gainesway and WinStar Farm, looks at the horses who are contenders to secure the early lead in this year's Kentucky Derby (G1), and, for good measure, offers thoughts on most likely winners. Read more