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Study in contrasts: Racing, breeding shine in Kentucky as sport dims across America

April 29, 2025April 28, 20250

By Tim Sullivan Kentucky Lantern Beyond Kentucky’s borders, horse racing is a sport in steep decline. Within the Commonwealth, however,…

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Sen. Damon Thayer recognized by KY Thoroughbred Owners as Warner L. Jones Horseman of the Year

November 9, 2024November 8, 20240

For his decades of championing horse racing and working to promote and improve the industry in the commonwealth and beyond,…

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Opinion: Turfway Park has gained a national reputation as destination for Thoroughbred racing

June 12, 2024June 11, 20241

By Sen. John Schickel and Joe Clabes Special to NKyTribune With the conclusion of this year’s Triple Crown races, it…

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BCM’s February 20 NKY History Hour to explore region’s 140-year horseracing history

February 14, 2024February 13, 20240

A sport deeply rooted in the sweet bluegrass of Kentucky, horse racing is a cultural celebration and age-old tradition in…

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150th Kentucky Derby May 4 to be richest in history with guaranteed purse increased to $5 million

January 12, 2024January 11, 20240

By Darren Rogers KentuckyDerby.com The 150th Kentucky Derby (Grade I) on Saturday, May 4 will be the richest in history…

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Sen. Damon Thayer provides insight into NKY’s deep roots in horse industry; group explores possibilities

October 8, 2023October 8, 20231

By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Senator Damon Thayer gave a comprehensive presentation recently on Northern Kentucky’s deep horseracing history to…

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Luan Machado ‘at home’ on Kentucky horse racing circuit after relocating from his native Brazil

March 14, 2023March 13, 20230

It’s been four years since one of Turfway Park’s top riders Luan Machado moved from his home country of Brazil…

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NKY’s Adam Koenig aims to look out for horse racing’s bettors — seeks to eliminate ‘breakage’

January 16, 2022January 15, 20220

By Jennie Rees Kentucky Racing Spotlight Kentucky State Representative Adam Koenig is taking up the banner for the most-neglected component…

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KY Racing Spotlight to feature Spendthrifts’ Toffey, Keeneland’s Lacy and NKY’s Rep. Adam Koenig

January 6, 2022January 5, 20220

Spendthrift Farm General Manager Ned Toffey, Keeneland Vice President of Sales Tony Lacy and Kentucky State Representative Adam Koenig are…

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John Schickel: Successful Derby shows Kentucky’s beloved horse industry has come charging back

May 7, 2021May 6, 20210

Despite the difficulties brought on by COVID-19 over these past 14 months, I was happy to join my fellow Kentuckians…

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Dale Romans: Historical horse racing is a game-changer that is good for Kentucky

January 29, 2021January 28, 20210

As a second-generation horse trainer and Kentuckian, my entire life has been spent in Thoroughbred racing. I’ve seen Kentucky racing…

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Kentucky by Heart: Former EKU sports information director Karl Park finds new outlet in horse racing

May 1, 2018April 30, 20180

If you live anywhere in the Richmond area or have been a keen observer of college sports in Kentucky for…

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NKY Chamber Eggs ‘N Issues features Cauthen, Battaglia in discussion on the future of horse racing

March 22, 2018March 22, 20180

By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The Future of Horse Racing was the topic at the March Northern Kentucky Chamber…

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Kentucky Derby: Owner, trainer, breeder Cameron expects tight race in Run for the Roses

May 3, 2017May 3, 20170

By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune The first Saturday in May is more than just the first weekend of the…

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Run for the Roses: Here are 14 fun facts you might not know about the Kentucky Derby

April 30, 2017April 28, 20171

The Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands is almost here, and Saturday marks the 143rd edition of the most exciting…

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Year in Review: World of Thoroughbred racing was treated to an array of stars in 2016

December 27, 2016December 27, 20160

By Liane Crossley NKyTribune correspondent The world of Thoroughbred racing was treated to an array of stars in 2016. Some…

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Kentucky by Heart: Get your horsey on by sampling some of these excellent equine-related books

April 11, 2016April 12, 20160

By Steve Flarity NKyTribune columnist Lexington’s Keeneland Racecourse is currently in the midst of its spring meet and soon, on…

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English jockeys Gilligan, Doyle now living American dream; pair ranked among top riders at Turfway Park

January 8, 2015January 9, 20150

By Liane Crossley KyForward correspondent As an aspiring jockey on his first visit to Kentucky, Englishman Jack Gilligan quickly realized…

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