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KENTUCKY DERBY  

The Kentucky Derby finish on Saturday, May 3, 2008, was bittersweet for horse racing enthusiasts. Eight Belles, the only filly in this year's Kentucky Derby, finished a clear second and collapsed immediately after the horse race.

Big Brown boldly blasted from gate #20 into the fray, and he never looked back. The three-year-old thoroughbred won big at the 134th Kentucky Derby horse race, held on Saturday, May 3, 2008, at Churchill Downs, in Louisville, Kentucky.

Da' Tara won the 140th Belmont Stakes with Denis Of Cork in second and Anak Nakal and Ready's Echo tying for third. What happened to the horse everyone said would make history by becoming the first Triple Crown winner in 30 years?

Big Brown has won the 134th Kentucky Derby. Favored to win, Big Brown is now undefeated in his four, lifetime starts racing career.

When Barbaro won the Kentucky Derby last year, the country was hopeful that his 8 1/2 length lead meant he just might be the horse to break the longest dry spell in Triple Crown history.

Located in the heart of Louisville, Kentucky, Churchill Downs is arguably the most famous horse racing track in the world. Everyone knows that the Downs is the home to the Kentucky Derby, the first leg of the coveted Triple Crown.

By anyone's standards, she was a big filly, tall and powerful. She came to Churchill Downs following four consecutive victories. She ran the race of her life, only to die at the track. Her death once again raises some disturbing issues.

Big Brown wins the 134th Run for the Roses with ease; Eight Belles euthanized after taking 2nd place.

In 2008, for the first time in Kentucky Derby history, spectators and participants have an opportunity to recycle aluminum cans and plastic bottles for charity. The Race to Recycle program includes major corporate sponsors and the city of Louisville.

Big Brown wins the 133rd Preakness Stakes impressively. Can he also win the Triple Crown for the first time in 30 years?

Two weeks of Derby Festivities culmanate on the first Saturday in May.

The Kentucky Derby looks to be full of stories this year as in years before. Stories add to the interest of the race for many. It's the individuals that make it interesting for those who don't bet. What are some stories from this year?

Big Brown loses the Triple Crown.

The 1989 Kentucky Derby winner was a stubborn, determined horse who lived a long life and had an amazing impact on the Japanese thoroughbred.

The death of Eight Belles has some questioning the future of horse racing. My thoughts on the subject.

The Kentucky Derby in Louisville at Churchill Downs is the race, but there is so much more that has become a part of tradition over the years. The Kentucky Derby Festival has so much to offer

Brief descriptions of many of the festivities surrounding the Kentucky Derby Festival, including Thunder Over Louisville, the Great Steamboat Race, and the Pegasus Parade.

Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby, relaxing with a mint julip. That is everyone picture of Kentucky in May, but there are many more things going on state wide

Knowing a few basics and a few extras about the Triple Crown can make horseracing's crowning glory fun and exciting for even marginal horse racing fans.

How to pick a horse race winner in a field of first class horses is an issue as the 134th Kentucky Derby approaches on May 3, 2008. Bettors from around the country will be watching to see if their long shot carries the day. Learn more.

Big Brown took another step towards breaking horse racing's Triple Crown drought with a lopsided win at the Preakness Stakes.

A look at the horses that have the best shot of being this year's Kentucky Derby winner

The famed Derby would have faded into oblivion as a tiny blip in horse racing history if it hadn't been saved in 1902. Since then, the Derby has become the best-known race in North America.

This is about the Kentucky Derby and the experience surrounding the event.

Only eleven Thoroughbreds in history have won the American Triple Crown

Will elite 3-year-old Hard Spun get back in the winning column with a grade 1 stakes victory before the colt is retired to stud at the end of the year?

Tragic Kentucky Derby race ends the life of Eight Belles.

Seattle Slew is still the only undefeated Triple Crown champion. His name is known even to many who don't follow horse racing and one of the most beloved horses in racing.

Louisville is , perhaps, best known for hosting the famous Kentucky Derby, but there are also many other attractions in this beautiful city.

On Saturday May 3, 2008 the 134th Kentucky Derby was ran at Churchill Downs by a maximum field of 20 horses. In the field was a filly, the lone female!

Why I adore the Kentucky Derby, and haven't missed one in nearly 20 years.

He was a big, bold, bay colt. He was the likeliest winner of the Triple Crown in decades. Although laminitis claimed his life on January 29, 2007, Barbaro has inspired his fans to change the world in ways they never thought they could.

Kentucky Derby Winner and Preakness winner Silver Charm will be inducted into the Hall of Fame this year, and he is a worthy inductee. His time on the track was outstanding, and it is truly a shame that he stands at stud in Japan.

A Charity has been established to research a cure for laminitis, the hoof disease that caused Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro to be euthanized last week.

Freak accidents have always taken the lives of famous thoroughbred, but today it seems commonplace. Why?

Three thoroughbreds during the past 70 years have captured the hearts of racing fans for different reasons: Seabiscuit, Secretariat and Barbaro.

Secretariat set records that still stand over 30 years later. His name is the standard of racehorses.

A big win and an even greater loss.

The 133rd annual Preakness Stakes at Pimlico in Baltimore was held on Saturday, May 17, 2008. Of the 12 horses that raced, Big Brown was the only real contender.

Big Brown had a 4 3/4-length victory over Eight Belles to win the 134th running of the Kentucky Derby.

It might not be where you would go to attend a church service, attend a wedding, or see a church food pantry. Regardless of the expectations of people, Christ Chapel does conduct weekly worship services at Churchill Downs--the home of the Kentucky Derby.

Racing's newest superstar should make history this June

The first Saturday in May in Louisville, Kentucky is the culmination of two weeks of one of the greatest annual parties this nation holds.

About halfway through this years Road to the Roses, the Kentucky Derby picture is becoming a little clearer. Who won the key races, and who is looking like the next Triple Crown hopeful?

Own your own Derby house and get a taste of Kentucky Derby excitement every spring. A safer bet than horse racing with rentmyhouse4Derby.com.

When the last race ends and Churchill Downs closes, few people are ready to head home for the evening. This article will show you the best places in Louisville to continue your Kentucky Derby party.

Can Big Brown win the elusive Triple Crown?

You can throw your own decadent, elegant, fun Kentucky Derby party this year; all you need is a big-screen television, a lot of friends, and a little work.

Check here for step-by-step directions on how I pick out my favorite horse for the Kentucky Derby.

There are so many horses eligible for the Kentucky Derby, and so many horses who look like they could win, the best bet in this year's Kentucky Derby may be to take the horse who has the least going against him.

Imagine the horses all lined up at the gate in the last Kentucky Derby. Successful businessmen/women are just like thoroughbred horses.

What does the future hold in the "Run for the Roses" after Eight Bells untimely demise in the 134th running of the Kentucky Derby? Will the activists realize their agenda or will the race go on?

An introduction to the exciting work of horse racing memorabilia collecting. Some of the most popular collectibles are covered as well as some of the most valuable.

The answers part of a two-part trivia quiz about the Kentucky Derby

Saratoga Springs, New York is home to the oldest race track in the country

In an exciting gallop along the fence line, Street Sense came from next to last in a 20 horse field and , passed several horses on the field to win the Kentucky Derby. The dramatic win was a stunning show of power and finesse.

In the sporting world Kentucky is best known as the center for thoroughbred horse racing not ice skating. But don't worry, if you live in Kentucky or are visiting you can still find plenty of open ice time at some of these best ice skating spots in Kentucky

Curlin stuck his head our in front on the final stride of the Preakness Stakes, literally winning the race by a nose, over Kentucky Derby winner Street Sense. Curlin nosed out Street Sense in a photo finish.

20 Championship horses, one race, one winner. Who has a legitimate chance, and who is getting my money this year? What kind of bets will the expert make? Read to find out.

Highlights some of the attractions and activities available to visitors in the Louisville, Kentucky area.

Horse racing season is upon us. Here's a quick guide to the various disciplines of horse racing, from thoroughbred racetracks to harness racer to steeplechase and more.

Most summer festivals in Kentucky are all about family. Great live music, unique activities, and good food and fun, are the staple of these Kentucky festivals.

Louisville, Kentucky

Looking into causes for catastrophic breakdowns like the one suffered Saturday by Eight Belles.

Eight Belles, the second-place finisher in the 2008 Kentucky Derby, collapsed during the gallop-out after the finish line and broke both front ankles. The filly was euthanized on the spot. This poem offers "Haikus and Views on Racetrack News."

Derby and Preakness winner Charismatic was all heart during his racing career, and he produced several winners here in the US before being sent to his stallion career in Japan. Hopefully, he will produce foals who will give him a legacy worthy of his remarkable racing days.

News article on the euthanization of Kentucky Derby prizewinner Barbaro.

If you only have 48 hours to spend in Lexington, why not experience everything you can? I'll tell you how to spend your weekend getaway - you'll enjoy horse racing, football, dining and drinking!

There are trends involving the Run for the Roses that can't be dismissed when handicapping America's Race. For example, 3-year-olds that have three or four preps do the best at Louisville.

There's nothing quite like a good horse story - and sometimes the true ones are as engaging as fictional ones. For horse lovers who love to read there are many books of both types suitable as gifts.

Barbaro captured the public's imagination - more through his injury and long hopeful recovery than his previous performance on the track. His loss made headlines and gathered attention from media that doesn't otherwise look at racing. Was he "just a horse"?

Should he have run?

This article lists the best sporting events to watch live. It includes both national and international events and general ticket prices.

If you are thinking about pursuing the world of horses, then you should know what options you have as far as competitive sports. Even your early training can be geared toward a specific event.

Secretariat was best horse.

Man O' War is still considered the greatest racehorse in thoroughbred history.

A review of the Kentucky Derby Festival Run for the Rose'

A review of the Pegasus Parade, one of the premier events of the Kentucky Derby Festival.

A review of the Kentucky Derby Festival Great Bed Races, an event in which teams design beds to push a matress 600 feet around a track.

A review of the Kentucky Derby Festival Great Balloon Glow

A review of the Kentucky Derby Festival event, the Great Steamboat Race

A general overview of Thunder Over Louisville, the annual air show and gigantic fireworks display that traditionally kicks off the Kentucky Derby festivities.

A Review of the Kentucky Derby Festival's Thunder Over Louisville

The Kentucky Derby is the high point of a city-wide festival of events, and it all starts with a bang: Thunder Over Louisville!

A note on the passing of Eight Belles, second place winner of Derby 134.

The reality of thoroughbred horse racing is a far cry from the idyllic fairy tale ending that a horse like Seabiscuit had. From only one and a half years of age, horses are trained to be champions

River Downs, horse racing/horse betting facility, located at 6301 Kellogg Avenue, in Cincinnati, OH.

Presented here, is a guide to horse racing tracks located in Saratoga Springs, New York.

A decadent slice of pie can be a perfect special treat when you watch the 133th Run for the Roses at the Kentucky Derby.

What Kentucky Derby would be complete without an authentic Mint Julep and some Pie! These recipes will help to make sure that this years Run for the Roses is the most satisfying of them all.

A complete list of Kentucky Derby winners, Triple Crown winners, and fillies that have won, including jockeys and the times of each race.

The Kentucky Derby, which is run each year at Churchill Downs during the first weekend in May, reportedly runs second to the Super Bowl in the number of parties it spawns.

The second jewel of the Triple Crown, the 2007 Preakness Stakes has drawn a field full of formidable contenders for Street Sense to battle...will he be able to beat them all again?

The traditions of the Kentucky derby range from silly hats, to sweet drinks, and even a Governers breakfast with thousands of guests. This long standing event takes place each year at Churchill Downs since 1875.

Heading into the final prep