Bob Baffert's Return to Churchill Downs for the Kentucky Derby

Legendary trainer Bob Baffert discusses his return to Churchill Downs after a three-year suspension for the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby, highlighting the importance of horses in human history and the unique personalities of the racehorses involved.

Bob Baffert's Return to Churchill Downs for Kentucky Derby

Legendary trainer Bob Baffert returns to Churchill Downs for the Kentucky Derby after a three-year suspension. One of his horses, Rodriguez, was scratched due to a bruised foot. Baffert will still have a horse, Citizen Bull, in the race.

Bob Baffert's Return to the Kentucky Derby After Suspension

The 151st running of the Kentucky Derby will feature Hall of Fame horse trainer Bob Baffert, who returns after a suspension due to a failed drug test. Baffert's horse, Medina Spirit, had its victory in the 2021 Kentucky Derby invalidated. Baffert's legal battles with Churchill Downs and the racing commissions continue, but he will be present at this year's Derby with other trained horses.

Kentucky Derby Prediction

Handicapper predicts No. 4 horse, Rodriguez, has the right mix to win the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs based on his strengths and pedigree.

Trainer Bob Baffert's Return to the Kentucky Derby

Trainer Bob Baffert returns to the Kentucky Derby after serving a suspension for a failed drug test by his horse, Medina Spirit. He reflects on the challenges faced during the suspension period and expresses his excitement to be back in the race with two strong contenders.

149th Preakness Stakes

Seize The Grey wins the 149th Preakness Stakes, Mystik Dan finishes second, and D. Wayne Lukas becomes the oldest trainer to win the race.

Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan competing in the Preakness Stakes

Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan competes in the 149th running of the Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course as the first Triple Crown winner since 2018 is on the line. Trainer Bob Baffert seeks his record-extending ninth win at the Preakness.

150th Kentucky Derby

Mystik Dan wins the 150th Kentucky Derby in a photo finish, beating Sierra Leone and Forever Young. Fierceness finishes 15th. The race was less controversial than last year's, with no fatalities. Trainer Bob Baffert was absent due to a ban extended through 2024.

150th Running of the Kentucky Derby

The 150th running of the Kentucky Derby will take place on Saturday at Churchill Downs. Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert will not be competing due to a two-year ban extended through 2024.

Bob Baffert's Suspension Impact on Horse Racing

Bob Baffert will miss the Kentucky Derby for the third year in a row due to suspension, and one of his horses, Muth, will also miss the race. A judge denied a request by the owner of the horse to let him run in the Triple Crown.