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Five high school seniors walked away with $1,000 scholarships at California's 89th Annual Horned Toad Derby, thanks to a Coalinga graduate giving back to his hometown. The inaugural Mejia Family Scholarship turned a quirky local tradition into a launchpad for college dreams.
Cherie DeVaux, the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner, is choosing her horse's long-term health over Triple Crown glory. Her decision to skip the Preakness Stakes sparked debate, but DeVaux stands firm: horses aren't machines.
A thrilling soccer rivalry between Dynamos FC and CAPS United drew 25,000 paying fans to Rufaro Stadium in Harare, marking one of the season's biggest crowds. The electric atmosphere signals a major resurgence in Zimbabwe's local football scene.
Seventeen-year-old Shelby McMahon scored a stunning half-volley to send Melbourne City into the A-League Women's grand final with a 2-0 aggregate win over Victory. Her 34th-minute strike was the only goal in a tense semifinal derby that showcased the rising star's composure under pressure.
Kentucky Derby longshot winner Golden Tempo will skip the Preakness Stakes, but it's not bad news. Trainer Cherie DeVaux chose to prioritize the horse's wellbeing over a historic Triple Crown chase.
Hundreds of Louisville high school students showed up at 7:30 AM to transform the post-Kentucky Derby trash zone into spotless grounds. What could have been a messy chore became a chance to bond, serve, and prove that cleanup can actually be fun.
Golden Tempo charged from last place to win the Kentucky Derby by a neck, making trainer Cherie DeVaux the first woman ever to win horse racing's most prestigious event. The 23-1 longshot's stunning comeback victory earned DeVaux a place in sports history 22 years after she started at Churchill Downs as an exercise rider.
Cherie DeVaux made history as the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby in its 152-year run when long shot Golden Tempo charged from behind to claim victory. Jockey Jose Ortiz sealed his dream weekend by winning both the Kentucky Oaks and Derby in back-to-back days.
Cherie DeVaux made Kentucky Derby history as the first woman trainer to win the race, guiding Golden Tempo from last place to victory in a stunning finish. The thrilling comeback win at Churchill Downs breaks a 152-year barrier in one of horse racing's most prestigious events.
After three second-place finishes, champion racehorse Curlin's offspring Golden Tempo won the 2025 Kentucky Derby. The 22-year-old stallion's legacy now includes victories across all three Triple Crown races.
Golden Tempo charged from last place to first at the 152nd Kentucky Derby, making trainer Cherie DeVaux the first woman to ever win horse racing's most prestigious race. The victory shatters a 151-year barrier in a sport working to become more inclusive.
After 152 years, a woman has finally trained a Kentucky Derby winner. Cherie DeVaux made history Saturday when Golden Tempo crossed the finish line first at Churchill Downs.
Cherie DeVaux just became the first woman ever to train a Kentucky Derby winner, making history at Churchill Downs with Golden Tempo's stunning come-from-behind victory. After eight years running her own stable, she won racing's biggest prize on her very first try.
Cherie DeVaux made history as the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner when Golden Tempo surged to victory with 24-1 odds. The breakthrough moment represents a major milestone for women in horse racing.
Cherie DeVaux made history at Churchill Downs, becoming the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner in the race's 152-year history. Golden Tempo's victory on May 2, 2026, breaks one of horse racing's most enduring barriers.
Moroccan forward Achraf Bencharki scored twice and assisted another goal as Al Ahly dominated Cairo's biggest derby with a commanding 3-0 victory over rivals Zamalek. The standout performance keeps Al Ahly just three points behind league leaders in one of African football's most passionate competitions.
A Nashville family transformed their annual Kentucky Derby party into a powerful fundraiser after their daughter was diagnosed with an incurable nerve disease. Last year alone, they raised $75,000 for research into Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen returned from injury to score the opening goal in Galatasaray's 3-0 derby victory over Fenerbahce, pushing his team to the edge of their first Turkish league title. The win puts them seven points clear with just one more victory needed to seal the championship.
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen marked his return from injury with a goal as Galatasaray dominated Istanbul rivals Fenerbahçe 3-0 in a thrilling derby match. The victory keeps Galatasaray seven points clear at the top of the Turkish league.
After eight months of training without playing time, Freddie Woodman entered Liverpool's crucial Merseyside derby and helped secure a dramatic victory. His story shows the power of staying ready when opportunity knocks.
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