Oaks News

Oaks Derby Double Will Pays

markhoard — Fri, 04 May 2007 18:58:16 -0400

Official Oaks Derby Double Will Pays with the Oaks Winner, #11, Rags to Riches:

Rags to Riches Much the Best in Kentucky Oaks 133

mervhuber — Fri, 04 May 2007 17:55:09 -0400

Rags to Riches made short work of an accomplished field of 3-year-old fillies in the 133rd Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs, benefiting from a picture perfect ride under jockey Garrett Gomez to pull away from second-place finisher Octave by 4 ¼-lengths.

Rags to Riches Staunch Favorite for the Kentucky Oaks

mervhuber — Fri, 04 May 2007 17:36:33 -0400

With minutes to go leading up to the 133rd running of the Kentucky Oaks, Rags to Riches has attracted all of the attention on the track and in the mutuel pool. She is set to go off as the solid f

Louisville's Day at the Races

markhoard — Fri, 04 May 2007 15:09:11 -0400

In 1989, Churchill Downs opened the infield for Kentucky Oaks Day for the first time, making "Louisville's Day at the Races" even more accessible th

Oaks Day Tradition - Hats on Parade

markhoard — Fri, 04 May 2007 14:11:43 -0400

The parade of hats on display at Churchill Downs on Kentucky Oaks Day has become the third most entertaining parade on the first weekend in May, ne

Weekend Blogs: Your Chance to Speak Out on Your Oaks and Derby Picks

markhoard — Fri, 04 May 2007 13:00:17 -0400

Interact: Check out and give your feedback to our bloggers’ reports covering all aspects of the Oaks from train

Mornings on the Backside

markhoard — Fri, 04 May 2007 12:01:34 -0400

From the smell of hay and manure to the sound of iron horse shoes against the concrete, the backside of Churchill Downs track is a special place to be. The sun rises as horses work for their moment of glory on that first Saturday in May.

Traditions That Last

markhoard — Fri, 04 May 2007 11:03:11 -0400

The Kentucky Derby has existed for 133 years, but many of the traditions involved are timeless. “My Old Kentucky Home” is one in particular.

Lillies For The Fillies

markhoard — Fri, 04 May 2007 09:58:12 -0400

The first garland for the Kentucky Oaks was presented to Kathleen, the 1916 winner.

Follow The Oaks Trail On Your iPod

markhoard — Fri, 04 May 2007 08:59:20 -0400

Follow the Kentucky Oaks Trail in a whole new way!