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Italian beef at Churchill Downs? 'Chicago-style' Arlington Million is back, but in Kentucky
Aug 12, 2022 6:37 AM - With Chicago-style hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches on the menu, Churchill Downs Inc. is reprising Arlington Million Day this Saturday at its namesake racetrack in Kentucky -- a year after it held the last one at Arlington Park. -
Some Arlington Park artifacts will be displayed around town, but not this statue
Aug 6, 2022 5:14 PM - About a dozen pieces of Arlington Park nostalgia will serve as permanent mementos of the historic grand horse racing palace on display in and around the village of Arlington Heights, officials said. But the iconic "Against All Odds" statue -- artist Edwin Bogucki's bronze depiction of the inaugural 1981 Arlington Million photo finish -- won't be one of them. -
O'Donnell: 4th and longing at empty Arlington -- but group is chasing a lease to race in 2023
Jun 29, 2022 2:41 PM - Is there still hope for horse racing at Arlington Park? We do know there is a local group who would like to give it a try.
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Derby winner Rich Strike faces another stiff test in Belmont
Jun 10, 2022 7:13 PM - After so many things went right for Rich Strike to win the Kentucky Derby, he'll likely need even more good fortune at the Belmont Stakes with so much stacked against him. -
Rich Strike not entering Preakness after Kentucky Derby win
May 12, 2022 1:14 PM - Rich Strike Owner Rich Dawson made the stunning announcement Thursday, 10 days before the race in Maryland. It means there will not be a Triple Crown winner for a fourth consecutive year.
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Jim O'Donnell: Rich Strike's Kentucky Derby win can produce only laughter from the bunker
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80-1! Long shot Rich Strike wins Kentucky Derby
May 7, 2022 7:04 PM - With favorite Epicenter and Zandon dueling in front, Rich Strike came charging up the rail for a stunning 80-1 upset in the Kentucky Derby on Saturday. Jockey Sonny Leon guided Rich Strike from far back in the 20-horse field to beat 4-1 favorite Epicenter by three-quarters of a length. -
20 horses, full house: Kentucky Derby returns with no limits
May 6, 2022 7:35 PM - Twenty eager colts breaking from the starting gate, a full house for the first time in three years, and a Kentucky Derby lacking a dominant favorite. -
Jim O'Donnell: Run for the Roses or hold your noses as Kentucky Derby creeps on to NBC stage?
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Legislators formally honor Mr. D for leadership at Arlington Park, service to nation
Apr 8, 2022 6:00 AM - State legislators formally commended Richard Duchossois for his service to the nation, state and sport of horse racing in a resolution that mourns his recent passing.
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