Story and Photos by Michael Dwyer Kentucky Derby 140 The 140th running of the Kentucky Derby is this Saturday, May 3, in Louisville, KY at Churchill Downs. “The Greatest Two Minutes in Sports” has turned the world’s attention to Kentucky since 1875. Thousands of three-year-old horses are in contention in January, but only 20 may enter the starting gates on the first Saturday in May. There are several ways to celebrate the Derby. As over 16 million people did in 2013, you can simply … [Read more...]
Three Year Olds Race for Fame and Fortune
April 24, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Story and Photos by Michael Dwyer Thousands of three-year-old thoroughbreds begin the road to the 2013 Kentucky Derby at the start of the year; only 20 horses will enter the starting gates for the big event. The best of the best will race one another over a dirt track for 1 1/4 miles. The winner will go on to be famous and the owners will receive a nice payout. Kentucky Derby 139 The Kentucky Derby has picked up several well-known phrases over the years – here are the popular … [Read more...]
Kentucky Derby Time Again
April 18, 2012 by 1 Comment
“And down the stretch they come!” rings in my ears as I grasp my betting tickets hoping for a big winner. It’s Derby time again! Every spring for the past 20 years I’ve made my way south to Louisville, Kentucky on the first Saturday in May for the running of the Kentucky Derby. It’s an event you should attend at least once – classy, mixed with crazy – I suggest you see for yourself how beautiful Kentucky is in the spring. Commonly called the “Run for the Roses,” the Derby is the most … [Read more...]
