Kentucky Horse Racing Commission

The KY Horse Racing Commission's Barb Borden was named the 2023 recipient of the John Asher Derby Ambassador Award in recognition of her significant career contributions to racing.

Congrats to Barb, Kentucky's Chief Steward for over 10 years and the best of

The KHRC is fortunate to have PJ Cooksey on the team leading breeders' incentives. PJ was the first female rider in the Preakness Stakes and one of only three females to ride in both the KY Derby and the Preakness.

Patti Cooksey: I don’t think I had it as rough as the women before me | Topics: What They're Thinking, Patricia Cooksey | Thoroughbred Racing Commentary Article by TRC: Our questions are answered by the former jockey who stands second only to Julie Krone on the all-time list for female riders with well over 2,000 winners during a 26-year riding career.

🐴 Please join us for a Kentucky Horse Park Short Course THIS SATURDAY, March 11, featuring Dr. Katie Flynn.

Recent natural disasters in Kentucky significantly impacted the horses of commonwealth. Many lessons can be learned from these events to ensure horse owners are prepared to protect and respond to future natural disasters. The presentation will provide insights on assessing disaster risks for your horse facility, measure to take in advance to prepare and how to develop and implement a disaster plan for your horses. The practical advice and solutions will help keep your horse healthy and safe.

Saturday, March 11th, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Wrigley Media Theater inside the Kentucky Horse Park Visitor Center

This is a free educational event open to the public.