Ireland native Ben Curtis only started riding in the U.S. in November 2023, but has already managed to secure a Kentucky Derby (G1) mount aboard Honor Marie. Source

Todd Pletcher discusses champion 2-year-old male Fierceness’ first day on the Churchill Downs track as he prepares for the Kentucky Derby (G1), owner Mike Repole, and his Kentucky Oaks (G1) hopefuls. Source

Ben Curtis couldn’t have imagined securing a mount in the Kentucky Derby (G1) just six months after moving his tack to the United States, but the impossible took a step toward reality after Honor Marie finished second in the Louisiana Derby (G2). Source

As the sporting world turns its attention to the Kentucky Derby (G1), a focus that will include questions about racing’s safety record, industry efforts to ensure the well-being of competitors and the integrity of racing started months ago. Source

Trainer Whit Beckman discusses finding a jockey, Ben Curtis, for Kentucky Derby (G1) hopeful Honor Marie and his involvement with racing. Source

Granpollo Stable’s Grand Mo the First breezes six furlongs at Gulfstream Park in preparation for a start in the May 4 Kentucky Derby (G1) at Churchill Downs. Source

The Churchill Downs track is getting busier and busier by the day, but all eyes were trained on one specific horse the morning of April 23 as Fierceness, the likely favorite for the May 4 Kentucky Derby (G1), took his first spin around the oval. Source