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What happens if it rains during the Kentucky Derby?
"Weather, as with any outdoor event, is a wildcard at the Kentucky Derby!" officials warn. "From sunshine and cloudless skies that bring sun burnt noses and tan lines to spring showers that make our ...
The Weather Channel on MSN30m
Kentucky Derby Weather Forecast: Possible Storms, Rain During The Week, Dry By Race Day Saturday
Some rain and possible storms are expected this week at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. But we have much better news ...
WAVE 3 News on MSN26m
After a year of fewer horse deaths, Churchill Downs eyes a safer future
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) -In 2023, Churchill Downs made the extraordinary decision to shut down racing after a spike in deadly ...
Kentucky Derby: How to watch, the favorites and what to expect in the 151st running of the race
A pre-race tradition is the walkover, when the horses are led from the stables to the paddock where they are saddled for the ...
LIVE RADAR: Tracking severe weather in Kentucky and southern Indiana
KENTUCKY, USA — Severe weather is in the forecast Tuesday for the Louisville area. The Storm Prediction Center placed ...
Horse Racing Needs A New Strategy: It's Time To 'Fratify' The Sport
A bold call to reimagine horse racing for a new generation, it's time to embrace youth culture, social connection, and ...