Karelian, Demarcation dead-heat in River City Nov 23, 2008
The dead heat to win was the first in a stakes race at Churchill Downs since the 2002 Louisville Handicap with Pisces and Classic Par. The winners received $44,090 each. (FOX19.com, OH)
'River' Wild Nov 21, 2008
Thorn Song won the Grade 1 Shadwell Mile in October, while Canela recently won an allowance race to move his record on the Churchill Downs turf course to 4 for 4. The two will meet for the first time Saturday in the Grade 3 River City Handicap at Churchill, and their similar running styles would seem to be a critical factor in the outcome. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Barn fire kills 29 horses in western Kentucky Nov 21, 2008
Some of the horses that perished in the fire had raced in recent months on the Kentucky circuit, including Kept Lady, winner of a $15,000 claiming race Sunday at Churchill Downs. At least six trainers lost horses in the fire: Benjie Larue, Bobby Larue, Shirley Greene, Kenny Miller, Jerry Joe Greenwell, and Kim Nesbitt. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
WVU football chat with Chuck Finder (Yesterday) Nov 21, 2008
Yep, we're trotting out all the horsepuckey references for Lou-uh-vool, home of Churchill Downs. Just to throw out a stat for this week: The Cardiac Cards, as in they give their fans infarctions, have played five games thus far decided by a touchdown or less: They're 2-3 in those games, losing the most recent two (Cincy and 'Cuse). (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
27 Horses Killed In Kentucky Stable Blaze Nov 21, 2008
Among the horses killed was Kept Lady, which won a race Sunday at Churchill Downs. Investigators did not know what caused the blaze, which started between 5 and 5:30 a.m. EDT.. (CBS News -- US)
CHRB applies pressure in wagering dispute Nov 20, 2008
Representatives of three groups were scheduled to meet Wednesday afternoon: the TOC; a national horsemen's simulcast-rights company called Thoroughbred Horsemen's Group; and TrackNet, a simulcast-marketing partnership owned by Magna Entertainment Corp. and Churchill Downs Inc. The talks were part of ongoing negotiations to reach a deal that would allow the account-wagering platforms operated by Churchill and Magna to offer wagering on a broad number of signals. Those negotiations started nearly... (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Romans sends out Thorn Song for River City 'Cap Nov 20, 2008
Romans is pinning his hopes on several horses in trying to finish the 26-day Churchill Downs fall meet with a flourish, and Thorn Song is one of them. The gray speedster will be the favorite while defending his title Saturday in the 32nd running of the $100,000 River City Handicap. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Baffert, Hoping For Three BC Wins, ... Nov 20, 2008
Street Sense did win the 2007 Derby, breaking a long-time jinx of Juvenile Champions losing at Churchill Downs. Last year, a very fine looking War Pass suffered injury that ended his Derby quest. (Suite101.com)
Cincinnati chili finds niche in Butte Nov 16, 2008
Many wonderful times I have spent at Churchill Downs on the first Saturday in May, under the Twin Spires with a mint julep and winning tickets in my hand. But things at the Derby restaurant are about more than tasteful equine design. (Montana Standard, MT)
TVG-Fair Grounds account wagering deal not done Nov 15, 2008
Those deals were reached with TrackNet, a simulcast-marketing partnership co-owned by Churchill Downs Inc., which owns Fair Grounds and one of the counntry's four account-wagering companies, Twinspires ... Currently, all national account-wagering platforms are prohibited from taking wagers on the signal from Hollywood Park in California and Churchill Downs in Kentucky because of horsemen's objections to their shares of account-wagering revenue. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Injury forces Grade 1 winner Zaftig into retirement Nov 15, 2008
Levine said that Elope, an extremely talented filly, has been retired from racing after winning the Dream Supreme Handicap at Churchill Downs on Oct. 31. Better Talk Now to race at 10 Barring anything unforeseen, the $4. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Fair Grounds is off, running Nov 15, 2008
In attendance were the brass of Churchill Downs Inc., including all of the board of directors; City Council members Cynthia Hedge-Morrell and Shelley Midura; State Sen. Edwin Murray; Fair Grounds President Austin Miller; and other track and Churchill officials. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Fair Grounds aims to do more than just survive Nov 14, 2008
So, while the national economy slumps, and major tracks like Churchill Downs and Hollywood Park recently have slashed purses, Fair Grounds officials don't try hard to temper optimism ... Churchill Downs Inc., the owner of Fair Grounds, "is committed to being the best winter racing spot," Boulet said, articulating a positioned also expressed by Miller, and Boulet has tools to move the track forward ... On Wednesday, the state horsemen's association, Churchill Downs Inc., and account-wagering... (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Callwood Dancer not on home turf for Cardinal Nov 14, 2008
-- Apples to apples, Callwood Dancer should have the edge Saturday in the $100,000 Cardinal Handicap at Churchill Downs. Her Beyer Speed Figures are superior to those of her nine opponents in the Grade 3 turf race, and a runner-up finish in a Grade 1 race last month speaks loudly to her class and recency. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Gillispie eager to make leap in second year Nov 13, 2008
A year after relying primarily on six players to get the team through the latter half of conference play and the postseason, Kentucky's roster is more crowded than the grandstand at Churchill Downs on Derby Day. There are 20 players currently on the team, including 11 that played somewhere else last season. (WKRC.com, OH)
Horsemen happy with early Fair Grounds start Nov 13, 2008
Kevin Flanery, Churchill Downs Inc. senior vice president of communication and national public affairs, said in an e-mail: "Certainly, Thanksgiving Day at the track is a wonderful tradition for the people of New Orleans that will continue. As we have looked to strengthen Louisiana racing, we realized that the racing calendar had a hole between the end of Louisiana Downs meet and the beginning of the Fair Grounds meet. "We decided to provide racing on those days to benefit the Louisiana horsemen... (Nola.com -- Sports)
Churchill, Louisiana horsemen reach deal Nov 13, 2008
The agreement with the Louisiana Horsemen s Benevolent and Protective Association will allow Louisville-based Churchill Downs (NASDAQ: CHDN) to distribute live racing signals from Fair Grounds to national advance-deposit wagering sites, such as www. twinspires. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Donovan top US player for fifth time Nov 12, 2008
Jockey Julien Leparoux tied Hall of Famer Pat Day's 24-year-old track record with seven wins at Churchill Downs. Leparoux won his first seven races in Louisville, Ky. (Boston Globe)
Leparoux ties Churchill record with seven winners Nov 12, 2008
ESPN - Julien Leparoux ties Churchill Downs record with seven winners ... Julien Leparoux ties Churchill Downs record with seven winners ... -- At one point during Julien Leparoux's record-tying day, a rider approached him in the jockey's room at Churchill Downs and made a simple request. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Racetrack to strive for fan-friendly atmosphere Nov 12, 2008
"First and foremost, Austin is a wonderful people person," Kevin Flanery, Churchill Downs Inc. senior vice president of communication and national public affairs, said in an e-mail. "He brings a solid track record of successfully managing people in the gaming industry and an intense desire to learn the intricacies of racing. CONTINUED 1 | | SHARE THIS STORY SITE TOOLS | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | ? 2008 New OrleansNet LLC. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our ,... (Nola.com -- Sports)
KEEP AN EYE ON THESE JOCKEYS, TRAINERS AND HORSES AT THE FAIR GROUNDS Bob Fortus -- staff writer Nov 12, 2008
Albarado, a winner of six Fair Grounds riding titles, won titles this year at Churchill Downs and Keeneland, and he has gained notice worldwide as the rider of Curlin. JAMIE THERIOT. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Djokovic rallies past Davydenko Nov 12, 2008
Jockey rides seven winnersJockey Julien Leparoux, 25, of Chantilly, France, tied Hall of Famer Pat Day's track record with seven wins at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. He won his first seven races Tuesday on favorites and on long shots before coming up just short in his final two mounts. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Briefs | Soccer: Donovan wins award as best U.S. player for 5th time Nov 12, 2008
Leparoux ties Churchill Downs record with seven victories: Frenchman Julien Leparoux tied a track record by riding seven winners at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. Hall of Famer Pat Day had seven victories June 20, 1984. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Nistle's Crunch overcomes traffic troubles Nov 11, 2008
-- It didn't come easy, but Nistle's Crunch proved best in the frantic final yards Sunday when capturing the Grade 3, $112,900 Commonwealth Turf at Churchill Downs ... Churchill Downs, 9th Race - November 9, 2008. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Sealed-bid process for stake in Curlin fails Nov 11, 2008
Curlin is stabled at Churchill Downs following a fourth-place finish in last month's Breeders' Cup Classic at Santa Anita. Cunningham and Gallion bought Curlin for $57,000 in 2004 through their Midnight Cry Stables. (Concord Monitor)
Nistle's Crunch wins Grade III race at Churchill Nov 10, 2008
(AP) - Nistle's Crunch rallied to overtake two leaders inside the sixteenth pole and beat 2-1 favorite Seaspeak to win Sunday's Grade III $112,900 Commonwealth Turf race for 3-year-olds at Churchill Downs. Nistle's Crunch won by a half length and covered the 1 1/16 miles on the firm Matt Winn Turf Course in 1:44. (FOX19.com, OH)
Citing economy, Churchill makes cuts in purses Nov 9, 2008
-- Citing soft business levels stemming from a struggling economy and unresolved negotiations with horsemen over distribution of the Churchill Downs simulcast signal to most account wagering outlets, Churchill Downs announced Friday evening a 10 percent cut in overnight purses for its fall meet and two stakes purse reductions ... The Churchill Downs simulcast signal has been blocked from account wagering outlets since the beginning of the Churchill Downs spring meet - which ran from April 26 to... (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
BEST OF BOTH WORLDS? Nov 9, 2008
To enhance the racing is the purpose of having slots at the track, say officials of the Fair Grounds and its parent company, Churchill Downs Inc.. The racing, they say, is the focus of the Fair Grounds. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Cherokee Triangle back in form for Commonwealth Nov 8, 2008
As such, he will be one of the favorites Sunday when the Grade 3, $100,000 Commonwealth Turf is run for the fifth time at Churchill Downs. "He's back doing well again," said Dr. Harvey Diamond, manager of the two multi-member syndicates that co-own Cherokee Triangle. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Pretty price at auction for Stardom Bound Nov 8, 2008
The Kentucky Oaks, filly counterpart to the Kentucky Derby on the first day of May at Churchill Downs in Louisville. Or the Kentucky Derby itself, one day later. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Soft Business Levels, Unresolved ADW Issue Prompt Reductions in Churchill's Overnight, Stakes Purses Nov 8, 2008
Source: Churchill Downs ... --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Soft business levels stemming from the nations economic slowdown and the unresolved negotiations with horsemen over distribution of the Churchill Downs simulcast signal to national advance deposit wagering (ADW) outlets have prompted Churchill Downs to announce a 10 percent reduction in overnight purses for the remainder of its Fall Meet and reductions in purses for two of the meets major stakes races ... 29 Fall Meet is the second... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Mrs. Revere: My Princess Jess in it to win Nov 7, 2008
-- Churchill Downs will forever hold a soft spot in Barclay Tagg's heart, which is what winning the Kentucky Derby will do to a horse trainer. Still, whenever Tagg returns to the site of Funny Cide's 2003 Derby upset, he does so not to reminisce. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Magna hires bankruptcy advisory firm amid losses Nov 7, 2008
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Churchill has higher 3Q earnings Nov 6, 2008
Louisville-based Churchill Downs (NASDAQ: CHDN), which operates four of the most prominent horse-racing tracks in the United States, reported revenue of $99 ... Churchill Downs officials attributed the revenue decline to a dispute with Florida and Kentucky horsemen s groups, which caused simulcast signals to and from its Calder Race Course in Miami to be blocked for a portion of 2008 ... com, Churchill Downs advance-deposit wagering Web site. (Louisville Business First, KY)
O'Neil: Caracter issues create opportunity for Samuels Nov 5, 2008
Caracter was last spotted in Louisville in June, in the winner's circle at Churchill Downs after Curlin won the Stephen Foster Handicap. When asked what he was doing there, Caracter told Louisville Courier-Journal columnist Rick Bozich, "I hang around with winners, man.". (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Leah's Secret pads earnings in Chilukki Nov 4, 2008
- The rich got richer Sunday when Leah's Secret, the leading earner in the field, got a textbook stalking trip under Rene Douglas before driving clear to capture the Grade 2 Chilukki Stakes at Churchill Downs ... Churchill Downs, 9th Race - November 1, 2008. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
DRF: Account-wagering blackout spreads Nov 4, 2008
In addition to Hollywood, the blackouts include Churchill Downs and Calder Race Course, at a time when very few "A" track simulcast signals are available ... "The California horsemen are trying to use their content to leverage a national deal," said Scott Daruty, the chief executive of TrackNet, a simulcast-marketing partnership between Churchill Downs and Magna Entertainment. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Churchill Downs unveils Derby art Nov 4, 2008
The art, painted by Atlanta-based artist Jeff Williams, depicts well-dressed men and women looking down over the finish line at Churchill Downs. Traditional Churchill Downs symbols, including roses, stargazer lilies and a mint julep, also are depicted in the artwork, which will be featured on posters, prints, tickets, racing programs and officially licensed products. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Leah's Secret pads earnings in Grade 2 Chilukki Nov 3, 2008
-- The rich got richer Sunday when Leah's Secret, the leading earner in the field, got a textbook stalking trip under Rene Douglas before driving clear to capture the Grade 2 Chilukki Stakes at Churchill Downs. Owned by WinStar Farm and trained by Todd Pletcher, Leah's Secret earned $100,366 from a total purse of $170,400, lifting her career bankroll to $775,805. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Young winners of Churchill stakes target big things Nov 3, 2008
-- A pair of locally entrenched trainers were teased with visions of far greater feats six months hence when Sara Louise and Capt. Candyman Can powered to impressive Grade 3 victories Saturday on the first Stars of Tomorrow program of the Churchill Downs fall meet. Sara Louise rallied to a 3 3/4-length triumph in the $110,400 Pocahontas Stakes about 30 minutes before Capt. Candyman Can controlled the $111,100 Iroquois Stakes in prevailing by three lengths. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Capt. Candyman Can wins Iroquois Stakes Nov 2, 2008
(AP) -Favorite Capt. Candyman Can took control early then fended off a charge by Monty's Best to win the $100,000 Iroquois Stakes by three lengths in a race for 2-year-old colts at Churchill Downs on Saturday. Capt. Candyman Can, ridden by Julien Leparoux and trained by Ian Wilkes, covered the one-turn mile in 1:35. (MSNBC -- Sports)
'Candyman Can' tries to bounce back in Iroquois Nov 1, 2008
Capt. Candyman Can and Brave Victory ran off to impressive maiden victories in New York two starts back before failing in their stakes debuts, and now they come seeking redemption Saturday in the 27th running of the $100,000 Iroquois at Churchill Downs. The Iroquois and the $100,000 Pocahontas for fillies anchor a Stars of Tomorrow card at Churchill, with all 11 races restricted to 2-year-olds. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Copper State can enhance sales appeal in Chilukki Nov 1, 2008
The fourth - and most likely her last - race for Millennium and trainer Steve Asmussen will come Sunday in the Grade 2, $150,000 Chilukki Stakes at Churchill Downs. Copper State, an Illinois-bred 4-year-old filly, is scheduled to be sold Tuesday as Hip No. 597 at the Keeneland November sales. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Modest beginnings for Iroquois cast Oct 30, 2008
-- The Iroquois Stakes has been won by some terrific 2-year-olds over the years at Churchill Downs, but if a star-to-be is to emerge from the field of eight entered for the 27th running Saturday, he has been in hiding so far. Nary a stakes winner is in the Grade 3, $100,000 Iroquois, the co-feature of the first Stars of Tomorrow program of the Churchill fall meet. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Clark next for Mambo in Seattle? Oct 29, 2008
-- Mambo in Seattle, never a serious threat in the Fayette Stakes last Saturday at Keeneland when seventh as the 6-5 favorite, might try to make amends in the $500,000 Clark Handicap on Nov. 28 at Churchill Downs, said trainer Neil Howard. "It's something we'll consider when we see how the horse does after he's been back to the track for a few days," said Howard. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Churchill Downs hires IMG Oct 29, 2008
IMG, which has had an existing relationship with Churchill Downs through its and IMG Licensing divisions, will work with the sales team at the Louisville-based race track company on sponsorship sales as part of a multi-year agreement ... We are delighted to expand our existing relationship with Churchill Downs Inc. to now include sponsorship sales for the iconic Kentucky Derby, IMG Senior VP/Business Development Tom Worcester said. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Churchill names Fair Grounds president Oct 29, 2008
Louisville-based Churchill Downs Inc. (NASDAQ: CHDN) owns and operates horse racing tracks in Florida, Illinois, Kentucky and Louisiana. The company also owns off-track betting facilities and a 50-percent interest in the national cable and satellite network HorseRacing TV.. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Decisions ahead for Curlin, Zenyatta Oct 28, 2008
Curlin, fourth in the Breeders Cup Classic on Saturday behind Ravens Pass, was to return to Churchill Downs on Monday. Trainer Steve Asmussen said that Jess Jackson, the majority owner of 00004000 Curlin, would determine whether Curlin remains in training as a 5-year-old in 2009, or heads to stud, though Asmussen at times lapsed into past tense when speaking of Curlins career. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Curlin's future not decided Oct 28, 2008
There has been discussion in the past about running Curlin in the Clark Handicap at Churchill Downs the day after Thanksgiving ... He won the Dubai World Cup, Stephen Foster Handicap at Churchill Downs, Woodward at Saratoga and Jockey Club Gold Cup at Belmont. (Albany Times Union)
Fair Grounds appoints president Oct 28, 2008
Churchill Downs Inc. announced in a press release Monday that Austin Miller has been appointed president of Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots and that Eric Halstrom will join the Fair Grounds as vice president and general manager of racing. Miller previously served as vice president and general manager of slots and off-track betting operations at the Fair Grounds. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Churchill Downs Incorporated Promotes Austin Miller to President of Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots and Names Halstrom Head of Fair Grounds Racing Oct 28, 2008
Churchill Downs Incorporated Promotes Austin Miller to President of Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots and Names Halstrom Head of Fair Grounds Racing: Financial News - Yahoo ... Source: Churchill Downs Incorporated ... Churchill Downs Incorporated Promotes Austin Miller to President of Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots and Names Halstrom Head of Fair Grounds RacingMonday October 27, 4:55 pm ET. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Petition Against Kentucky Online Gambling Order Circulates Oct 27, 2008
BoycottKentucky has also suggested shunning Churchill Downs, TwinSpires. com, Yum brand restaurants including Taco Bell and Kentucky Fried Chicken, and Lexmark ink and printers. (Online Casino Sphere)
Favorite Curlin finishes fourth Oct 27, 2008
Dettori took a blistering in the European media when he finished third with Swain, beaten nearly a length by Awesome Again and a neck by Silver Charm in the '98 Classic at Churchill Downs. Dettori and Swain finished so close to the grandstand that railbirds could have almost reached out and given the horse a pat in passing. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Zast: Zenyatta will dethrone Curlin as top horse Oct 26, 2008
Invasor upset Bernardini at Churchill Downs to win in 2006 and last year Curlin took the honors at boggy Monmouth Park. In all, 14 of 24 previous Breeders Cup Classic winners won the ultimate end-of-year honor. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Baffert wins Juvenile with Midshipman Oct 26, 2008
It just might not be enough for Baffert to get the chance to take his newest star to Churchill Downs on the first Saturday in May ... There's no reason Churchill Downs won't suit him, Ferguson said ... Sometimes, the operation's top 3-year-olds never make it to Churchill Downs. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Zenyatta still perfect, wins Ladies' Classic Oct 25, 2008
Shirreffs joked Giacomo was so unknown three years ago that he needed tickets to get inside Churchill Downs on Derby Day. All eyes were on Shirreffs and his leading lady entering the race, and Zenyatta ran like a star over the Pro-Ride surface to make a compelling argument to become the first female to win Horse of the Year since Azeri in 2002. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Statement Regarding Availability of Churchill Downs Signal Through National Advance-Deposit Wagering Sites For 2008 Fall Meet Oct 25, 2008
Source: Churchill Downs Incorporated ... --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Churchill Downs Incorporated (NASDAQ: - ) (CDI or Company) today provided an update on the status of negotiations between Churchill Downs Racetrack and the Kentucky Horsemens Benevolent and Protective Association (KHBPA) and the Kentucky Thoroughbred Association regarding distribution of the Churchill Downs simulcast signal to national advance-deposit wagering (ADW) sites ... We have not yet received consent... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
For Breeders' Cup bettors, surface shift not all smooth Oct 24, 2008
Breeders' Cup Limited had decided to take the bold leap to a synthetic surface long before Eight Belles stumbled at the Derby and sank to the famed dirt track at Churchill Downs, her front legs irreparably damaged. "We truly believe that it is a very meaningful and very important development for the safety of horses and people," Breeders' Cup President Greg Avioli says. (USA Today -- Sports)
Ladies first: Race moved to opening day Oct 24, 2008
You try it in Louisville at Churchill Downs. What kind of reception Ladies Day and the Ladies' Classic will get on a workday Friday in the sports-saturated greater Los Angeles area, and how much notice it will receive in the media, remains to be seen. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
MEMORABLE MOMENTS Oct 23, 2008
The winner of the 1996 Mile, returning to competition at Churchill Downs after almost two years away because of nagging injuries, displayed remarkable grit in outdueling Hawksley Hill by a head ... Fans at Churchill Downs were convinced they would see Arazi replicate his brilliance in the next year's Derby ... Nov. 5, 1988 (Distaff) Personal Ensign retired a perfect 13-for-13 after her gallant late charge allowed her to nip pacesetting Kentucky Derby champion Winning Colors by a nose at... (USA Today -- Sports)
PUBLIC SAFETY LOG (Oct. 21) Oct 22, 2008
Burglary A man house-sitting in the 400 block of Churchill Downs Street S.E. reported a break-in about 5:30 p.m. Monday. Among the stolen items were a 32-inch television, 20-inch television, Dell flat screen desktop computer, laser printer, and. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Tourism spending up in Clark, Floyd Oct 22, 2008
The attractions most visited by tourists who stay in Clark and Floyd counties, include the city of Louisville, Huber Restaurant and Winery, Horseshoe Casino, Falls of the Ohio state park, the Jeffersonville Riverwalk, Churchill Downs, the city of New Albany, area shopping malls and Louisville Slugger Museum, according to the survey. About two of every five visitors to Clark and Floyd counties are first-time visitors, according to the survey. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Breeders' Cup could be hard to handicap Oct 21, 2008
A string of records for betting handle have been set since the 2003 Breeders' Cup at Santa Anita, with the 2006 event at Churchill Downs generating a total handle of $134,357,846. But the ailing economy that has produced double-digit declines in handle at some tracks around the country is expected to take its toll on Friday and Saturday. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Unbridled memories are in full gallop this week Oct 21, 2008
Personal Ensign's Distaff, 1988, Churchill Downs In one of the great races of all time, 4-year-old filly Personal Ensign, ridden by Randy Romero, put forth an incredible effort in the final strides to edge Winning Colors by the narrowest of noses and complete an undefeated career. Ferdinand's Classic, 1987, Hollywood Park A masterful ride by the all-time master, Bill Shoemaker, provided what would be his only BC victory, by a nose over Alysheba in a classic battle of the '86 and '87 Kentucky... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Churchill Downs to offer HD simulcasts Oct 21, 2008
We re also open to any interest from other simulcast outlets that may want to offer the Churchill Downs signal in high definition, Churchill Downs vice president Tom Jenkins said in a news release. Reader Comments. (Louisville Business First, KY)
