Central Florida-trained horses to run in the 151st Kentucky Derby

Central Florida-trained horses to run in the 151st Kentucky Derby

"Without a doubt, Ocala, Florida, Marion County has the greatest concentration of world-class horsemen of any place in the world,” Brock Sheridan said

Showers could create wet track for 151st Kentucky Derby as days of storms dampen race week festivities

Rain is expected on Saturday ahead of the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby as rounds of storms move over the Louisville area in the days leading up to the event.

Breaking down the field at the 151st Kentucky Derby

(in order of post position)

Showers could create wet track for 151st Kentucky Derby as days of storms dampen race week festivities – Advertising and Donations – advertising-newsandtimes.com

Rain is expected on Saturday ahead of the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby as rounds of storms move over the Louisville area in the days leading up to the event.

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