Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., plays host to “The most exciting two minutes in sports.” The Kentucky Derby, running for ...

Hats, horses and high rollers. These are just some of the things that add to the atmosphere of Churchill Downs on Derby Day.

In the company of Rex Nelson and the late Kim Brazzel, I set foot at Churchill Downs for the first time this week in 1983.

Jockey Junior Alvarado fell off his horse during the ninth race Thursday at Churchill Downs. Alvarado, who is set ...