No identifiable relationship between deaths of 12 horses at Kentucky racetrack, investigation says
An investigation into 12 horse fatalities at the famed horse racing track Churchill Downs found no causal relationship between the horse deaths and the track, but the report cited concerns about increased risk for some horses due to the frequency and cadence of their exercise schedules.
2023-09-13 06:58
Trainer Bob Baffert set to miss 2024 Kentucky Derby after organizers extend his suspension
Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert will miss the Kentucky Derby next year after Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI), the organizer of the horse race and owner of the famed racetrack, extended his suspension through the end of 2024.
2023-07-04 08:30
Churchill Downs will suspend all racing operations to further evaluate safety measures amid increase in horse deaths
Churchill Downs Incorporated, the Louisville organization that hosts the Kentucky Derby, is set to temporarily suspend all racing operations at its legendary racetrack to review protocols in the wake of a series of horse deaths, the company announced on Friday.
2023-06-03 06:16
Churchill Downs announces new safety measures after series of horse deaths
Churchill Downs, host of the famed Triple Crown horse race the Kentucky Derby, announced new safety initiatives as an ongoing investigation continues into a series of horse deaths at the track.
2023-06-02 03:52
Churchill Downs 'troubled' after 12th horse death in past 2 months
Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby, says it is "troubled" by the recent spate of horse deaths after racetrack officials on Saturday announced two more horses were put down.
2023-05-28 11:25
Federal court rules against famed horse trainer Bob Baffert in his lawsuit against Churchill Downs
A federal court in Kentucky has rejected the final remaining claim in a lawsuit brought by Hall of Fame horse trainer Bob Baffert against the company that runs the Kentucky Derby, according to court filings.
2023-05-26 05:50
Kentucky Derby Fight Features Fancy Hats, Very Bloody Eye
The Kentucky Derby took place on Saturday with Mage wining a thriller. Stepping back from the actual race, it was a very dark day at Churchill Downs. Seven horses died in the leadup to the "most exciting two minutes in sports." And there was also violence in the crowd as you can see in this video.
2023-05-09 21:58