Art at Churchill Downs

January 12, 2025 by Photographer Ravi

We end our series of images from Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, with an art piece depicting the most impressive races run there.

Race is Over

January 10, 2025 by Photographer Ravi

The race is over at Churchill Downs, and the results and winnings are posted on the LED screen. The hoof marks on the track indicate that a race was run.

Posted Results

Hoof Marks on the Track at Churchill Downs

Off They Go

January 5, 2025 by Photographer Ravi

One of the biggest challenges of the starting gate is having a horse on their toes and ready to break sharply but also relaxed and confident during the process. Here are horses breaking off in the race at Churchill Downs.

Off they Go

Horse Led Out for the Race on the Screen

January 3, 2025 by Photographer Ravi

Here are video shots of a horse being led out for the race on the large LED screen at Churchill Downs

Led Out for the Race

Led Out for the Race on the Screen

Pre-parade Ring and Paddock

December 28, 2024 by Photographer Ravi

Ready to race at Churchill Downs!

Often referred to as the parade ring, the horse paddock is where the runners in the forthcoming race are paraded for racegoers to get a proper look at them. The parade also gets the horses moving and relaxed.

Pre-parade Ring and Parade Area

Pre-parade Ring and Parade Area Balcony

Washing the Horses

December 17, 2024 by Photographer Ravi

Against the backdrop of Churchill Downs’ historic Twin Spires, the backside comes to life in the pre-dawn light.

The racehorses at Churchill Downs have also to get ready for the races. After the horses’ morning workout, they are cooled down and bathed.

Washing a Horse

Washing a Horse with Soap

Getting a Wash

Preparing for Races

December 13, 2024 by Photographer Ravi

The entrance to the racing trek at Churchill Down, Louisville, Kentucky, is being prepared for the day’s races. The racing trek is pristine, even at the bends.