Churchill Downs will miss the pomp and circumstance that would typically descend on the iconic grounds for the Kentucky Derby—but the racetrack will instead host its first-ever virtual run for the roses to support coronavirus relief efforts.
due to concerns of coronavirus, so the track came up with a computer-simulated race and nationwide at-home Derby party to help raise money for COVID-19 emergency relief funds.
Front row from left: Flavien Prat on Country House, Tyler Gaffalione on War of Will, Luis Saez on Maximum Security and John Velazquez on Code of Honor compete in the 145th running of the Kentucky Derby horse race at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., May 4, 2019. "We are proud to use this platform as a force for good by raising money for these worthy COVID-19 emergency initiatives," Bill Carstanjen, CEO of Churchill Downs Incorporated, said."We urge fans to join us by donating and celebrating with us from home."
Bartender Ron Jones makes a mint julep before the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., May 6, 2017.
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