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Churchill Downs to resume racing in September with no changes after horse deaths
Racing will resume at Churchill Downs in September, with no changes being made after a review of surfaces and safety protocols in the wake of 12 horse deaths, including seven in the days leading up to the Kentucky Derby in May.
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Churchill Downs extends trainer Bob Baffert's ban through 2024
Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert was initially suspended for two years after 2021 Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit failed a postrace drug test.
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Churchill Downs Suspends Racing to Examine Protocols Following 12 Horse Deaths
Churchill Downs, the famed racetrack that hosts the Kentucky Derby, will move the remainder of its spring meet to Ellis Park to conduct a “top-to-bottom” review of safety and surface protocols.
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Horse Racing Authority Calls for Emergency Summit With Churchill Downs in Wake of 12 Deaths
Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby, has seen multiple deaths occur in the month of May.
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2 Horses Die From Injuries at Churchill Downs, 12 Total at Kentucky Derby's Home
Two horses have died the past two days following injuries at Churchill Downs, making it the 11th and 12th fatalities over the past month at the home of the Kentucky Derby.
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How Eye-Catching Hats Became a Kentucky Derby Fashion Trademark
From towering hat designs festooned with ribbons to delicate fascinators, the modern taste for the Derby’s trademark accessory has spawned contests at parties, and given business a boost for milliners.
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These Are the Biggest Upset Wins in Kentucky Derby History
In 2022, Rich Strike delivered one of the most thrilling performances at Churchill Downs, coming all the way from alternate to winner.