Nation May 30 Officials hold emergency summit at Churchill Downs after 12 horse deaths in last month Grief has been felt in particular with a recent spate of horse deaths at the home of the Kentucky Derby. Seven thoroughbreds died at the track leading up to the marquee race on May 6, including two on the Derby…
Nation Feb 21 Medina Spirit stripped of Kentucky Derby victory due to positive drug test The since-deceased Medina Spirit tested positive after the race last May for a steroid, betamethasone, that is legal in Kentucky but banned on race day.
Nation May 06 Maximum Security owner to appeal Derby disqualification Maximum Security became the first Derby winner to be disqualified for interference on Saturday.
Nation Feb 20 NCAA says Louisville must give up 2013 basketball title in wake of sex scandal The Cardinals have to vacate not only the championship, but 122 other victories and return some $600,000 in conference revenue from the 2012-15 NCAA Tournaments.