Kentucky Derby Archives - Play Kentucky

Rich Strike's massive upset in this year's Kentucky Derby likely solidified lots of losing tickets, which bettors can deduct in their taxes.

Posted on: June 23, 2022 | | Chris Imperiale

The 148th running of the Kentucky Derby is Saturday, May 7. Here's some interesting trivia you should know coming into this weekend's race.

Posted on: May 6, 2022 | | Frank Weber

Saturday is the 148th edition of the Run for the Roses at Churchill Downs. There will be fancy hats, mint juleps and a horse race to bet on.

Posted on: May 4, 2022 | | Darren Cooper

As we race into Kentucky Derby weekend here's a look at the greatest horse-racing movies including The Black Stallion, Seabiscuit and more.

Posted on: May 3, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

Steve Asmussen has the most wins by any North American trainer. He's sent 23 horses to the race, however, he's never won the Kentucky Derby.

Posted on: April 28, 2022 | | Darren Cooper

There are plenty of golden and not-so-golden moments to reflect back on as the 2022 Kentucky Derby approaches.

Posted on: April 26, 2022 | | J.R. Duren

Nearly a year later, the cheating scandal that plagued the 2021 Kentucky Derby continues to be felt in the horse racing world.

Posted on: March 11, 2022 | | Frank Weber

And they're off...prep races for the Kentucky Derby are underway around the world in the run-up to Derby Day 2022.

Posted on: February 15, 2022 | | Veronica Sparks