The win was historic. Here’s who crossed the finish line first. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Golden Tempo crossed the finish line first at the 152nd Kentucky Derby on Saturday. The win is historic, marking Cherie DeVaux as the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown. It is also jockey Jose … Read more
Multiple horses have already scratched from the 2026 Kentucky Derby. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Pastel-adorned Kentucky Derby-goers and people watching the race from the comfort of their couch alike will be betting on their favorite horse to win the big race on Saturday. But what happens when your horse scratches before the race starts? As of … Read more
The color-coded shirts got national attention when San Antonio took the court for its first playoff action since 2019. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs leaned into the party vibes when they officially ended their seven-year playoff drought last month, turning Frost Bank Center into a shimmering Fiesta-themed ocean as fans donned one of … Read more
The track has changed a lot in the last 91 years, but she said it’s still a beautiful sight. The 152nd Kentucky Derby will take place there on Saturday. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — In pictures from the Associated Press, you can find the 1935 winner of the Kentucky Derby, Omaha, adorned with flowers. He went on … Read more
Secretariat transcended the sport of horse racing, even inspiring a movie by Disney. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — One hundred-fifty-one horses have won the Kentucky Derby. Only one was Secretariat. Big Red captured the attention of the sport and became an American icon, even inspiring a Disney movie long after his racing career. Before he won his … Read more
The Triple Crown hopeful was injured in the Preakness just weeks later, leading to an outpouring of support. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Not every Kentucky Derby winner becomes a household name. After all, there have been 151 horses to claim that title in the race’s history. But some transcend victory, even if they do not go … Read more
Ronyell Whitaker’s lungs were transplanted and his heart donated for research, highlighting how one donor can help multiple patients. MINNESOTA, USA — Former NFL player Ronyell Whitaker is leaving a life-saving legacy after his death, donating organs that helped people in need. Whitaker, who played in the National Football League from 2006 to 2007, saved … Read more