Shirreffs shows his wild side Nov 10, 2009
Four years ago, Shirreffs won the Kentucky Derby with Giacomo. But he said the win by Zenyatta topped even the Derby. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Summer Bird to run in Japan Cup Dirt Nov 10, 2009
Birdstone is the sire of Summer Bird - who won the Belmont, Travers, and Jockey Club Gold Cup - and also of Mine That Bird, the Kentucky Derby winner who finished ninth in the BC Classic. The Japan Cup Dirt is run one week after the better-known Japan Cup, which is on turf. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Lookin at Lucky's star still shines Nov 10, 2009
-- Despite losing the Breeders' Cup Juvenile by a head, Lookin at Lucky has emerged as the top 2-year-old in North America and will be widely considered the winter favorite for the Kentucky Derby. "The consolation was, man, I have a serious horse," trainer Bob Baffert said the morning after a wide trip and slow pace foiled the previously unbeaten colt. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Zenyatta is America's New Super Hor... Nov 9, 2009
Her sire was Street Cry (sire of the 2007 Kentucky Derby winner Street Sense) and her dam was Vertigineux by the famous Kris S.. Zenyatta was trained by John Shirreffs, and did not race until she was 3 years old. (Suite101.com)
Voters seek to end tie between Rachel, Zenyatta Nov 9, 2009
Chip Woolley Jr., trainer of Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird, said before the Classic that Rachel Alexandra had already clinched Horse of the Year ... Both horses were at Churchill Downs during Kentucky Derby week. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
California geldings capture early Breeders' Cup races Nov 8, 2009
Zenyatta's 13-0 career mark was on the line in North America's richest race, with such stars as Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird, Belmont Stakes winner Summer Bird and Ireland-based Rip Van Winkle looking to send her into expected retirement with a blemish on her record ... With the win, Vale of York stamped himself as an early favorite for next year's Kentucky Derby ... "He's a tough horse, and next year we'll bring him for the Kentucky Derby.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Vale of York pulls big upset at Breeders' Cup Juvenile Nov 8, 2009
(AP) -- The Kentucky Derby has been an elusive gem for the deep pockets of Godolphin Racing ... "He's a tough horse, and next year we'll bring him for the Kentucky Derby." ... Simon Crisford, Godolphin's racing manager, said the horse will be shipped back to Dubai, Godolphin's home, with an eye toward a couple of stakes races before the Kentucky Derby. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
BC Juvenile » Nov 8, 2009
Although Godolphin racing manager Simon Crisford suggested Vale of York has punched his ticket to the 2010 Kentucky Derby, he recognizes the colt has a long way to go. Vale of York will winter in Dubai, and campaign over the Tapeta surface at the new Meydan racetrack in Dubai. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
The lady is a champ: Zenyatta wins Classic Nov 8, 2009
Belmont Stakes winner Summer Bird was fourth and Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird ninth, extending his losing streak to five in a row since his 50-1 upset in the Derby. AIKEN CONNECTION. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Orange Slices Nov 8, 2009
Aaron Pierce wrote on Mar 5, 2009 2:51 PM:" Thoughts I was thinking while calling my bookie to place a bet on Paul Harris to win the 135th Kentucky Derby..... There's only one word to describe the first half against Rutgers: Shamwow. Why? Because the Orange really sucked up the Dome. I don't know what happened at halftime, but I'm sure glad it did. Devendorf was so cold I ordered him a Snuggy to warm him up in Marquette. But he's carried the Orange on the scoresheet the last couple games,... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Marrero teen gets first Breeders' win Nov 8, 2009
This year he was set to ride in his first Kentucky Derby, on morning-line favorite I Want Revenge, who was scratched the morning of the race because of an injury. "That was a huge disappointment, but days like today, it definitely makes it feel a lot better," Talamo said of the biggest victory of his career. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Biggest stunners: Upsets in Alaska sports history Nov 8, 2009
He was retired to stud, sired this year's Kentucky Derby upset winner, Mine That Bird, and gets $10,000 breeding fees that are expected to skyrocket. Noorvik's wonder boy. (Anchorage Daily News)
Creative energy Nov 8, 2009
The non-profit AVA is also gearing up for its yearly fundraiser event on Jan. 30 at the Camplex Heritage Center, a black-tie affair that will have the Kentucky Derby theme of "Art at the Derby." The event will feature live music, as well as live and silent auctions. But for some of the most enthusiastic AVA users, the children in the Little Tikes classes, AVA is just a great place to have fun. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
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"But they don't throw the roses on them in the Kentucky Derby coming around the back stretch. You've got to cross the line. You've got to finish."We've got a little lead right now, but we haven't finished yet. "Florida State dropped to 4-5 and 2-4, seeing its division hopes take a fatal blow."I definitely think we took a big step today," Ford said. "It just feels good to get over the hump, because it's something that we haven't been able to do the last few years. (Clemson Sports -- Rivals.com)
Zenyatta looks to make history Saturday Nov 7, 2009
Zenyatta will join Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird, Belmont/Travers/Jockey Club Gold winner Summer Bird and the best horses in training on the Pro-Ride synthetic track. They'll run 1 1/4 miles, and Zenyatta has never done that. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Notebook: Zenyatta relaxes before taking on the boys Nov 7, 2009
It will be a demanding 1 1/4-mile test against a deep and talented field that includes Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird, Belmont Stakes winner Summer Bird and Rip Van Winkle, a top runner from Ireland. "She is going to have to have her 'A' game and be lucky, too," exercise rider Steve Willard said after taking the mare for an easy gallop. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Keeneland November sale begins Tuesday Nov 7, 2009
Among the horses are mares carrying foals by two-time Horse of the Year, Curlin; and 2008 Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes winner, Big Brown. The sale also will feature the dispersal of two of the country s prominent breeding operations Windfields Farm in Canada and Overbrook Farm in Lexington, Ky. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Talamo likes his chances Nov 7, 2009
Talamo was scheduled to ride in his first Kentucky Derby this year, but his mount, morning-line favorite I Want Revenge, was scratched the morning of the race because of an injury. "It was tough," Talamo said. (Nola.com -- Sports)
RAISING THE STAKES Nov 7, 2009
Fair Grounds officials tweak Louisiana Derby and its preps in hopes of attracting more Kentucky Derby hopefuls Friday, November 06, 2009 By Bob Fortus Staff writer ... Halstrom, Boulet and Churchill Downs senior vice president of racing Donnie Richardson have implemented changes to the Louisiana Derby and its preps -- the Lecomte and Risen Star -- to make the series more appealing to trainers and owners of Kentucky Derby hopefuls ... All three of those stakes for 3-year-olds have been pushed... (Nola.com -- Sports)
Hospitality employees get ROSE awards Nov 6, 2009
Lynn Ashton, executive director of the Kentucky Derby Museum, received the Partner of the Year award for her collaboration with the CVB.. The organization presented Ambassador Awards to nine people who have helped bring conventions to Louisville. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Turfway Park slows its gait Nov 6, 2009
Struggling Turfway pares schedule in hopes of drawing more horses, bets - Business Courier of Cincinnati. for free extra services. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Mare Zenyatta runs for history, takes on boys in Breeders' Cup Nov 6, 2009
Mine That Bird, a 50-1 upset victor when he dominated the Kentucky Derby by 6 3/4 lengths, proved he was no fluke when he ran big in the Preakness two weeks later and missed catching Rachel Alexandra by a length. Although he's winless in four starts since the Derby, he can surprise on his best day. (USA Today -- Sports)
SCHEDULE: 2009 Breeders' Cup Nov 6, 2009
She's the favorite in a tough field that also includes Colonel John, three-time Grade 1 winner Summer Bird, Kentucky Derby champ Mine That Bird, turf star Gio Ponti and a European contingent topped by 3-year-olds Rip Van Winkle and Mastercraftsman. Posted. (USA Today -- Sports)
$5M Classic hears from a true lady Friday of the 2008 Breeders' Cup World Championships at Santa Anita was coronation day for Zenyatta. Nov 6, 2009
Zenyatta backers contend that her late-running style will enable her to avoid being pressured and bumped in the early going and her amazon size she'll tower over Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird will also serve her well. The saying is to keep yourself in the best of company and your horse in the worst of company you can, so I'm not happy that she's in the Classic, said Chip Woolley, trainer of Mine That Bird. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Music Note heads the Ladies' Classic Nov 6, 2009
"I would have entered her with the fillies so I didn't have to run at her," said Chip Woolley Jr., who trains Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird. div class='story_box_right' style="padding-left: 9px; font-family:Arial; font-size:9pt;". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Zenyatta’s schedule not at all ladylike Nov 6, 2009
I would have entered her with the fillies so I didn t have to run at her, said Chip Woolley Jr., who trains Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird. She s going to be running late and she has a lot of style, much the same as my horse. (Boston Globe)
Catalina Tempering to open in Surry Nov 5, 2009
Catalina has purchased the former Kentucky Derby Hosiery building on Derby Street in Mount Airy for its factory. Catalina Tempering is part of a larger group of companies called Glasswerks, which is based in California and has seven glass tempering and fabricating facilities around the country. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
McCloskey Joins NBCU Sports & Olympics As VP Of Communications Nov 5, 2009
He will be media contact for audience measurement for NBC's Sunday Night Football, NBC Sports & Olympics digital efforts, the Kentucky Derby, Preakness, French Open, Wimbledon, figure skating and gymnastics. More Content. (Multichannel News)
AndyStaplesInside College Football Mickey Andrews changed college defenses with his use of speed. Nov 5, 2009
The first came in at No. 4 in a section titled "Basics of FSU Defense." "Runners and Hitters. Force Turnovers or Take Aways (sic). You can't take a mule to the Kentucky Derby." Then there was No. 6: "Kill a fly with an axe.". Ask former Florida quarterback Danny Wuerffel about that axe. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Baffert looking for more luck in Breeders' Cup Nov 5, 2009
The Juvenile winner is often regarded as the winter book favorite for the Kentucky Derby. Copyright 2009. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Zenyatta going up against the boys The connections of Zenyatta have boldly chosen to send their unbeaten, champion mare in quest of something no female thoroughbred ... Nov 4, 2009
European star Rip Van Winkle is at 7-2, Belmont Stakes winner Summer Bird 9-2 and Kentucky Derby victor Mine That Bird one of six in the field listed at 12-1. Last week, Zenyatta (13-0) was pre-entered in Friday's $2 million Ladies' Classic, restricted to her own gender and of which she is the defending champion, and the bigger-purse, longer-distance (1-mile) Classic on Saturday. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Hollendorfer's 'Luck' Nov 4, 2009
Chocolate Candy won the California and El Camino Real derbies, finished second in the Santa Anita Derby and ran in two-thirds of the Triple Crown (fifth in the Kentucky Derby, ninth in the Belmont Stakes). But he will be a longshot (15-to-1 in the morning line) when he takes a five-race losing streak into Saturday's $1 million Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Pletcher adds shooter Nov 4, 2009
horse, horse racing, Breeders' Cup, Oak Tree at Santa Anita, Breeders' Cup Juvenile, Todd Pletcher, Aikenite, Eskenderya - ESPN. Updated: November 3, 2009, 6:36 PM ET. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
No reason to cry as sire a winner for Darley Nov 4, 2009
His successes in America included Kentucky Derby winner Street Sense and fellow group 1 winners Street Boss and Street Hero, but with the likes of Whobegotyou and Predatory Pricer flying the flag with success in Australia, he returned this season. The only difference is that when he left in 2006, his fee was $16,500 whereas this year he commands $110,000 and that is in a season where most stud fees have been reduced due to the global financial woes. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Perfect Zenyatta to take on boys in Classic Nov 4, 2009
Mine That Bird, winless in four races since his stunning upset in the Kentucky Derby, was listed at 12-1, along with six other horses. Trainer Chip Woolley Jr. shrugged off Mine That Bird s long-shot status, saying, He won the Derby at 50-1. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Mine That Bird enjoys rejuvenation Nov 3, 2009
Mine That Bird, the Kentucky Derby winner, has progressed since running sixth in the Goodwood Stakes last month, and completed his preparation for Saturday's $5 million Breeders' Cup Classic with a five-furlong work at Santa Anita on Monday morning that had Woolley beaming ... He was eighth in the Kentucky Derby in his only try at 1 1/4 miles. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Mine That Bird, Summer Bird seeking BC Classic win Nov 3, 2009
A couple of birds look to close stellar years in this weekend's $5 million Breeders' Cup Classic Mine That Bird, who is winless since his big Kentucky Derby upset, and Summer Bird, the first horse since 1989 to sweep the Belmont, Travers and Jockey Club Gold Cup ... Mine That Bird is 0 for 4 since Calvin Borel's rail-hugging ride to victory in the Kentucky Derby at 50-1 odds ... (AP) -- A couple of birds look to close stellar years in this weekend's $5 million Breeders' Cup Classic _ Mine That... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
What could be better than a Breeders' ... Nov 3, 2009
M is for Mine That Bird, Kentucky Derby surprise. And Bo-rail the rider is one skillful guy. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Breeders' Cup to make or break Baffert's meet Nov 3, 2009
horse, horse racing, Breeders' Cup, Oak Tree at Santa Anita, Bob Baffert, Doug O'Neill, Ken McPeek - ESPN. Updated: November 2, 2009, 8:17 PM ET. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Churchill, Galt House form partnership Oct 31, 2009
in downtown Louisville along the Ohio River, has signed a three-year sponsorship agreement with to be named the official host hotel of Churchill Downs, the Kentucky Derby and the Kentucky Oaks ... The 136th running of the Kentucky Derby is scheduled for Saturday, May 1, 2010. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Godolphin's Breeders' Cup hopefuls work early Oct 31, 2009
-- If I have learned one thing since arriving at Santa Anita earlier this week, or from previous experiences prior to the 2008 Breeders' Cup and this past spring in Louisville before the Kentucky Derby, it's this: If you want to see the Godolphin horses train you had better plan on getting up early. Very early. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Fasig October sale finishes with gains Oct 30, 2009
Fasig-Tiptons Kentucky Fall Yearling Sale, which produced the last two Kentucky Derby winners, bucked industry trends when it finished up in statistical categories Wednesday. The three-day sale saw $7. (Courier-Journal -- Business)
Operators of thoroughbred breeding program plead guilty to fraud Oct 30, 2009
ClassicStar Farms was the majority owner of 1998 Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner Real Quiet. In 2002, ClassicStar LLC topped the Keeneland November Sale with the $4 million purchase of the Mr. Prospector broodmare Bless, in foal to Storm Cat. (Courier-Journal -- Business)
Weathering the storm Oct 30, 2009
Kentucky Derby Museum staff pulls together in recovery effort - Business First of Louisville ... Kentucky Derby Museum staff pulls together in recovery effort. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Zenyatta likely in Classic Oct 29, 2009
Zenyatta was pre-entered in both the Classic, along with Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird and Belmont and Travers winner Summer Bird, and the $2 million Ladies Classic ... Quality Road, an early Kentucky Derby favorite, missed the race because of injury. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Louisville boutique hotel wins top ranking Oct 29, 2009
The city's performing arts center is down the street and Churchill Downs home of the Kentucky Derby only a short drive away. Wilson said he was thrilled with the hotel's top ranking a big jump from last year when 21c ranked 16th on the Conde Nast Traveler award list. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Orange Slices Oct 29, 2009
Aaron Pierce wrote on Mar 5, 2009 2:51 PM:" Thoughts I was thinking while calling my bookie to place a bet on Paul Harris to win the 135th Kentucky Derby..... There's only one word to describe the first half against Rutgers: Shamwow. Why? Because the Orange really sucked up the Dome. I don't know what happened at halftime, but I'm sure glad it did. Devendorf was so cold I ordered him a Snuggy to warm him up in Marquette. But he's carried the Orange on the scoresheet the last couple games,... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Zenyatta, Mine That Bird enter Breeders' Cup Oct 29, 2009
Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird also entered the Cup ... The full field of 14 pre-entries for the 1 1/4-mile Classic include Belmont and Travers winner Summer Bird; Irish standouts Rip Van Winkle and Mastercraftsman, who also was pre-entered in the Dirt Mile; Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird; Arlington Million winner Gio Ponti; and Santa Anita Handicap winner Einstein ... Quality Road, an early favorite for the Kentucky Derby, missed the race because of injury. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Ky. panel weighs ban on bets after post time Oct 28, 2009
"Let's make sure we're not doing something that shoots Kentucky racing in the foot," said Kevin Flanery, president of Churchill Downs - the host track for the Kentucky Derby. Commission chairman Robert Beck said there would be a public hearing on the topic in the next 30 days, followed by what figures to be one of the most divisive votes in years for the panel made up of trainers, breeders, veterinarians and others. (FindLaw News)
FCA to hold auction Nov. 2 Oct 22, 2009
Other items include four tickets to a taping of the Oprah show; six box seats for the Kentucky Derby and the Kentucky Oaks; a sportscaster for the day experience; Kentucky Derby week breakfast with retired jockey Pat Day and trainer Elliott Walden; a Galt House Hotel suite for Thunder Over Louisville; and bi-lateral Lasik eye surgery. Event sponsors include Yum Brands Inc., Bluegrass Coca-Cola, The Inn Place, Baskin Robbins, Wardlow Auctions, Publishers Printing Inc. and International Moulding. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Get more coverage of FPL Oct 22, 2009
They want to know whether customers are paying to ferry FPL executives, their wives and guests to destinations including Napa Valley and Louisville during the Kentucky Derby. The hearings have gone on intermittently since August under a cloud of suspicion about possible conflicts of interest. (The Palm Beach Post)
Other sports Oct 21, 2009
Take a look at the celebrities attending the 135th Kentucky Derby ... Jockey Calvin Borel rides Mine That Bird from last to first to win the 135th Kentucky Derby. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Not many champions but one waiting in the wings Oct 21, 2009
So well there was a time Moonee Valley chairman Bob Scarborough might have said before the barrier draw: ''They talk about the Kentucky Derby but I always talk about the Cox Plate'' without raising an eyebrow. When the phrase was uttered yesterday, however, you looked at the chairman's neck waiting for something to spin. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Happy at home Oct 20, 2009
The bureau also reaches out to Louisvillians each year through its Hometown Tourist Month promotion, which runs in May, following the Kentucky Derby. Through the promotion, the bureau partners with area attractions and hotels to offer discounts to Kentucky and Southern Indiana residents. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Bell Tolls: Embattled Jim Zorn keeping cool in the line of fire Oct 17, 2009
Of the top 15 slots, the only non-NFL events were the NCAA basketball championship and the Kentucky Derby. The NFL is averaging about 17. (USA Today -- Sports)
5 antiquing spots in the Southeast Oct 16, 2009
On Richland Avenue, visit the Antique Emporium, which carries a large variety of hats, including Kentucky Derby and Church Lady hats, as well as vintage jewelry and sporting prints. Park Avenue is home to Aiken Antiques, which houses a large selection of antique and contemporary furniture and handles estate sales as well. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Sentencing for key bribe witnesses may be soon Oct 14, 2009
He is co-owner of 2009 Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird and has a stable of race horses in Roswell, N.M.. Allen was the lead witness in Stevens' trial, and he and Smith testified in the trials of former House speaker Pete Kott, R-Eagle River, former Rep. (Anchorage Daily News)
Breeders' Cup Classic possibility for Zenyatta Oct 14, 2009
Among those under consideration for the race are several horses who competed Saturday in the Goodwood, including Gitano Hernando, the upset winner of the race, and Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird, who finished sixth. Gitano Hernando "came out of the race well, but we really do need to take our time and evaluate everything," said Aron Wellman, the racing manager for the horse's owner, Team Valor International, which is headed by Barry Irwin. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Chelios, 47, to begin comeback in AHL Oct 13, 2009
Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird will remain at Santa Anita in California in preparation for the $5 million Breeders Cup Classic Nov. 7. Calvin Borel will ride the gelding. (Boston Globe)
Mine That Bird a go for Breeders Classic Oct 13, 2009
- Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird will remain at Santa Anita and point to the Breeders' Cup Classic on Nov. 7. Trainer Chip Woolley Jr. said Monday he and the gelding's owners were disappointed with Mine That Bird's sixth-place finish in the Goodwood Stakes on Saturday. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Reading football hammers Wakefield, 48-7 Oct 13, 2009
4 average yard per rush performance, the Rockets shot out of the gate like a Kentucky Derby winner, putting together a 21-point lead before the end of the first quarter. By halftime it was 35-0 and Reading was able to give their second unit some valuable playing time. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Fiddlers Afleet wins Oklahoma Derby Oct 12, 2009
Kelly Leak a horse who beat eventual Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird in late March didn't move up, finishing sixth. Two horses trained by Steve Asmussen who was at Remington Park for the race also misfired, with Zion fourth and Retap last. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Zenyatta improves to 13-0; Mine That Bird loses Oct 11, 2009
Personal Ensign beat the boys in the 1988 Whitney Handicap at Saratoga, then ended her career by defeating Kentucky Derby winner Winning Colors by a nose in the BC Distaff that year ... Kentucky Derby champion Mine That Bird played second fiddle to Zenyatta. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Gitano Hernando pulls shocker in Goodwood Oct 11, 2009
Mine That Bird, the Kentucky Derby winner, could only finish sixth after running last until the quarter pole. The loss did not discourage Mine That Bird's trainer, Chip Woolley, from planning a start in the $5 million Breeders' Cup Classic here on Nov. 7, even though jockey Calvin Borel said that Mine That Bird had trouble handling Santa Anita's Pro-Ride synthetic track. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Zenyatta still perfect with 13th straight win Oct 11, 2009
The Kentucky Derby winner finished sixth in the $350,000 stakes race at Santa Anita, keeping him winless in four starts since his stunning 50-1 upset at Churchill Downs. Gitano Hernando, an 18-1 long shot, won the 1 1/8-mile race in 1:48. (Boston Globe)
