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Beyond the Roses: How Cherie DeVaux and Record Ratings Redefined the Kentucky Derby

Churchill Downs saw more than just a photo finish this year as NBC Sports celebrated a viewership milestone. Between Cherie DeVaux’s historic performance and a massive surge in streaming, the 'Run for...

May 4, 2026 5 min read

Sports

A New Era at Churchill Downs: Cherie DeVaux Shatters Racing’s Ultimate Glass Ceiling

History was made under the Twin Spires as Cherie DeVaux became the first female trainer to capture the Kentucky Derby. In a sport steeped in centuries of tradition, her victory represents a seismic sh...

May 3, 2026 4 min read