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Horse RacingKentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit suddenly dies

Medina Spirit, the horse who failed a drug test after winning the 2021 Kentucky Derby, passed away on Monday due to a heart attack after training in California. RIP To Kentucky Derby Winner Medina Spirit, Who Reportedly Died After Working Out At Santa Anita https://t.co/lKryTTc0C1 pic.twitter.com/SaCNEcBZcG — Barstool Sports (@barstoolsports) December 6, 2021 This is […]

Horse RacingBob Baffert slapped with suspension from Churchill Downs after Medina Spirit returns positive drug test

Bob Baffert has not made a good name for himself, especially lately. The news came out that Medina Spirit returned confirmation of a positive drug test after winning the Kentucky Derby. Now, Baffert is facing a serious penalty after the horse became just the second in the history of the race to be disqualified. Churchill […]

BettingBob Baffert slammed with legal backlash after potentially tainted Kentucky Derby victory

After the celebration by Bob Baffert and their team concluded when Medina Spirit won the Kentucky Derby, the smiles were quickly erased. That’s because it was discovered that Baffert’s horse had tested positive for an illegal substance. While the wait for a follow-up sample continues on, bettors who went against Medina Spirit in the Kentucky […]

Horse RacingBob Baffert's baffling cancel culture rant after Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit's positive drug test

Bob Baffert is in hot water after his Kentucky Derby-winning horse, Medina Spirit, returned a positive drug test. Baffert — who’s no stranger to controversy — has been suspended. As many people tend to do these days when they face consequences for their actions, Baffert went on a media tour and complained that this is […]

Horse RacingBob Baffert suspended, Kentucky Derby winner facing disqualification after latest scandal

According to Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated, the winning horse of the Kentucky Derby- Medina Spirit is facing disqualification from Churchill Downs after a positive drug test result came in. Furthermore, trainer Bob Baffert has been suspended, adding another twist and turn to his infamous career.   However, the drug that the horse tested positive […]

Horse RacingMedina Spirit wins 147th Kentucky Derby, Bob Baffert claims historic 7th win

Medina Spirit won the 147th running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday afternoon in Churchill Downs in Louisville. Jockey John Velazquez won his fourth Derby. Trainer Bob Baffert claimed the first leg of the Triple Crown and won a record seventh Run for the Roses. Medina Spirit won by half a length over Mandaloun in […]

Horse Racing2021 Kentucky Derby favorite Essential Quality in danger of ban after complaint against owner

In a quick turn of events that was previously tried in 2019 before being thrown out, Kentucky Derby favorite Essential Quality is in danger of facing a ban at this year’s race. However, the racehorse has nothing to do with the pending ban. Sheikh Mohammed is the owner of Essential Quality and Mohammed has seen […]

OtherKentucky Derby postponed until September due to coronavirus pandemic

The 146th Kentucky Derby has been rescheduled from May 2 to Sept. 5, 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic, it was announced on Tuesday. The 146th Longines Kentucky Oaks will also be rescheduled from May 1 to Sept. 4, 2020. The government and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are recommending to either postpone […]

New England Patriots49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo asked Tom Brady for ACL recovery advice at Kentucky Derby

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady was recently seen enjoying himself at this year’s Kentucky Derby. It appears he even had time to give some advice to San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo. Garoppolo has spent the offseason nursing a torn ACL he suffered in the 2018 NFL season. According to Cam Inman of The […]

Denver BroncosBroncos star Von Miller will contribute to NBC's Kentucky Derby coverage

Von Miller is one of the best defensive players in the league, but the Denver Broncos linebacker will try his hand at something new on Saturday, contributing to NBC’s Kentucky Derby coverage. According to ProFootballTalk, Miller will be on site serving as a lifestyle correspondent. Miller said that he has been a lifelong fan of […]

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