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USA Today
03-05-2025
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- USA Today
Journalism, Kentucky Derby contender, got his name from former editor. Here's what to know
Journalism, Kentucky Derby contender, got his name from former editor. Here's what to know Show Caption Hide Caption Kentucky Derby 2025 contender Journalism training at Churchill Downs See Kentucky Derby 2025 contender Journalism train at Churchill Downs. Journalism is 4-0-1 in five starts. The horse got his name from co-owner Aron Wellman, a one-time sports editor of the Beverly Hills (California) High School newspaper, Highlights. Journalism could be Wellman's best chance to win the Kentucky Derby, entering with a four-race winning streak. Objectivity is a foundation of Journalism 101, but you can bet nearly everyone chronicling the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby has picked their horse. Santa Anita Derby winner Journalism is expected to be the morning-line favorite for the Kentucky Derby set for May 3 at Churchill Downs. The horse got his name from co-owner Aron Wellman, a one-time sports editor of the Beverly Hills (California) High School newspaper, Highlights. 'I've often been accused of being a disgruntled sportswriter because of all the writing I do for Eclipse for our partners and our horse updates and weekly newsletter,' Wellman said last week via telephone while attending a horse sale in Ocala, Florida. 'So journalism is something that I value very much, and I appreciate responsible and diligent journalists.' Wellman gave up his job as a lawyer and founded Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners in 2011. He said his process of naming horses is based on 'the old-school Claiborne Farm way — one-word names with clever connotations to pedigrees.' Wellman noted Journalism's sire, Curlin, is a difficult name to manipulate. Journalism's dam, Mopotism, also provided a challenge. 'For the life of me, I can't figure out what Mopotism means,' Wellman said. 'We played off of the 'ism' part of Mopotism and just tried to find a really good, strong word that ended in 'ism.' We came up with Journalism.' In a political world divided by left- and right-leaning media outlets and accusations of 'fake news,' Journalism might be considered by some to be a controversial name for a horse these days. Wellman said he enjoyed writing for the student newspaper but ultimately decided to study law after graduating from high school in 1995. 'I played soccer and baseball myself, so I was precluded from covering those sports,' Wellman said. 'But just about anything else I did. I had a weekly column called 'Ace in the Hole' that was fun to write. … 'I enjoyed my minimal journalistic experience, but that was the extent of it.' Wellman founded Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners as a way to expand a love of horse racing that began at the age of 8 when he convinced a trainer to let him on the backside at Del Mar. He's reached the Kentucky Derby four times, his best finish coming with third-place Danza in 2014. Journalism could be Wellman's best chance to win the Kentucky Derby, entering with a four-race winning streak. Wellman said Journalism 'stamped himself as a brilliant horse' and showed his 'killer instinct' by overcoming a troubled trip and still winning the Santa Anita Derby on April 5, beating Baeza by three-quarters of a length. 'It's rare for a horse to get held up at the three-eighths pole and to get back in the race in that way,' jockey Umberto Rispoli said after the race. 'It's always difficult, especially for such a big horse. But he has such an amazing style and is just an amazing horse.' Journalism is on a short list of media-related horse names included in Kentucky Derby records. Newsboy finished 11th in 1882, Media was fifth in 1975 and Editor's Note came in sixth in 1996. Suddenbreakingnews (fifth in 2016) and Mr. Big News (third in 2020) were in the hunt in recent years. And for those really wanting to dive into the narrative, Publisher will offer a compelling exacta pairing with Journalism in this year's Derby. The 'write stuff,' perhaps? 'It wasn't intended to be this way,' Wellman said, 'but it's certainly nice to have the media and journalists on our side.' Last May, NBC Sports announced a partnership with Churchill Downs to present the Kentucky Derby on NBC and Peacock through 2032. The extension includes multiplatform rights to the Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Oaks and Derby and Oaks Day programming, which will be presented on NBC, Peacock, USA Network and additional NBCU platforms. You can stream the 2025 Kentucky Derby on Fubo and Peacock. Post time for the 151st Kentucky Derby is set for 6:57 p.m. on Saturday, May 3. More horse racing: Set for second Kentucky Derby, St. Xavier grad Whit Beckman hopes for better racing luck Jason Frakes: 502-582-4046; jfrakes@ Follow on X @KentuckyDerbyCJ.
The Independent
02-05-2025
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- The Independent
2025 Kentucky Derby Tips & Churchill Downs Best Bets
Newmarket isn't the only track to stage top-class flat action this weekend with Churchill Downs staging the 151st renewal of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday evening. With the equivalent of 2.4million in prize money heading to the winner, it is no surprise there is a field of 20 set for 'The Run for the Roses', but a sizeable field is unlikely to put off backers who wagered in excess of $200million on last year's renewal at the track or on betting sites. Kentucky Derby Preview & Best Bets The Michael McCarthy-trained Journalism looks to write himself into Derby folklore in front of a staggering Louisville crowd expected to exceed last year's phenomenal attendance of 156,000 patrons. It is easy to see why Journalism leads the market on horse racing betting sites given his sire Curlin has a proven record of producing Classic contenders and was an outstanding dirt performer himself over nine and ten furlongs. A US Horse Of The Year, Curlin won a host of Grade 1s and has clearly passed on his ability to Journalism who has recorded four wins already in an embryonic career, with the marquee performance so far a tenacious victory in the Santa Anita Derby. Journalism is a worthy and solid favourite for the Kentucky Derby and is no surprise most sportsbooks have him as their market leader. However a forecast for unsettled weather and the possibility of a different test tactically means he is reluctantly overlooked here with him being so short in the market. Second choice in the morning line is Sovereignty (11.57pm) representing leading handler Bill Mott who is on the search for his second Kentucky Derby victory courtesy of the son of Into Mischief. Runner-up in the Florida Derby at the end of March, Godolphin's colt ought to be well placed tactically and, as a strong late closer, could benefit more than most by the likelihood of a generous gallop. The selection already boasts track knowledge thanks to a win in the Grade 3 Street Sense Stakes last October – a race which also included Kentucky Derby hopefuls Tiztastic and Sandman – and Mott has been quoted insisting that 'we have as good a chance this year as we've probably ever had.' Turf Classic Stakes Best Bets Earlier on the card, trainer Chad Brown has three contenders in the chief supporting Grade 1 contest, the Turf Classic Stakes with Tampa Bay Downs scorer Running Bee the shortest of the trio on the morning line. However, stablemate Redistricting (10.39pm) is expected to improve for his recent Fair Grounds outing - his first appearance since finishing second at Del Mar in the Seabiscuit Handicap the previous November. The vibes are encouraging for the son of Kingman who has trained well since his comeback and he looks overpriced in the markets on several betting apps with Irad Ortiz Jr back in the saddle for the first time since partnering the selection to victory at Aqueduct in October 2023. Gamble Responsibly When having a bet, it's vital to practice responsible gambling. Sports betting can be addictive, so bettors should take precautions to keep themselves safe when using gambling sites. Every licensed UK betting site should offer safer gambling tools, such as deposit limits, time outs, self-assessment questionnaires and self-exclusion options. These are free tools to help punters stay in control and they are available at various gambling sites, including online bookmakers, casino sites, slot sites, and poker sites. These operators may offer punters free bets or casino bonuses from time to time, but it's important to treat these rewards with caution. Read the terms and conditions before accepting any bonus as most new casino sites will require you to place a cash bet before handing out the reward. Always remember that betting is meant to be fun. It should never be viewed as a guaranteed way to make money. If you ever feel like you need help or advice on gambling addiction, don't hesitate to contact one of the charities or organisations below.
