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Legendary Derby Moments, where we relive the most unforgettable performances, stunning upsets, and record-breaking achievements in Kentucky Derby history! Experience the magic of Mine That Bird's incredible fifty-to-one upset victory in 2009, when the humble gelding from New Mexico arrived at Churchill Downs in a horse trailer and shocked the world with a breathtaking rail-running performance that left experts stunned. Marvel at Secretariat's magnificent 1973 Derby, where Big Red set a record time of one minute and fifty-nine and two-fifths seconds that still stands today after more than fifty years! Discover other legendary moments including Seattle Slew's undefeated Triple Crown campaign, Affirmed's epic rivalry with Alydar, American Pharoah ending the thirty-seven-year Triple Crown drought, and Funny Cide's heartwarming victory for his blue-collar ownership group. This episode celebrates the upsets, dynasties, heartbreak, and triumph that make the Kentucky Derby a stage where legends are born and sports history is written!
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he Road to the Derby, where we explore the intense, strategic journey that three-year-old thoroughbreds must navigate to earn their spot in the starting gate at Churchill Downs! Discover how the Road to the Kentucky Derby points system, implemented in 2013, revolutionized qualification by rewarding excellence through approximately thirty-five designated prep races across the country and internationally. Learn about legendary prep races like the Florida Derby at Gulfstream Park, the Arkansas Derby at Oaklawn Park, the Santa Anita Derby in California, and the Wood Memorial in New York, each awarding crucial points to the top four finishers. We dive into the strategic complexity trainers face when planning Derby campaigns, balancing racing schedules, distances, and point opportunities while keeping horses healthy and improving. Experience the drama, upsets, and heart-stopping moments as horses battle from January through April to accumulate enough points for Derby qualification, where dreams are made or shattered with every race!
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The Run for the Roses, where we explore the beautiful traditions that make the Kentucky Derby America's most beloved horse race! Discover the fascinating origin of the "Run for the Roses" nickname, dating back to 1883 when New York socialite E. Berry Wall presented roses at a post-Derby party, and learn how sportswriter Bill Corum popularized the phrase in 1925. We dive deep into the symbolism of the magnificent rose garland, with its four hundred hand-sewn roses representing passion, dedication, and the pursuit of excellence. Explore the prestigious golden trophy, the emotional power of "My Old Kentucky Home" sung by seventy thousand voices, and the unique rituals that make Derby Day at Churchill Downs absolutely spectacular—from outrageous hats and mint juleps to the bugler's call and the post parade. This episode celebrates everything that makes the Kentucky Derby more than just a race, revealing why it's a cultural phenomenon steeped in tradition, beauty, and the American Dream!


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An in-depth look at the Kentucky Derby's significant economic impact on Louisville and the state of Kentucky, as well as its role in shaping the region's vibrant culture and showcasing the glamour and excitement of the "most exciting two minutes in sports."

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