It's finally here! The Kentucky Derby and all its glamour began for me this morning at the backside of Churchill Downs in the stables where the Oaks and Derby horses are kept. Today was mainly a day for me to get my bearings straight and dust the cobwebs off. But over the next few days I will try to show you more scenes from around the track. So stay tuned!
A run-away horse leaves the track and heads through the stable area before slipping on the concrete and falling to the ground. The horse was not injured and was quickly controlled.
Kentucky Derby horse Mor Spirit trained by Bob Baffert receives a bath after his morning workout at Churchill Downs on Wednesday, May 4, 2016.
Legendary trainer Bob Baffert talks to the media outside of his stable on the backside of Churchill Downs on Wednesday, May 4, 2016.
Kentucky Derby horse My Man Sam goes through morning workouts on Wednesday, May 4, 2016, at Churchill Downs racetrack.
