About the owners: They founded West Corporation, a technology-driven communications company based in Omaha, Neb., more than 30 years ago, according to West Health’s website. Churchill Downs results: Fourth in allowance optional claiming race on Nov. Other graded stakes results: First in Grade 3 Withers Stakes at Aqueduct on Feb. Last time out: Second in Grade 2 Wood Memorial at Aqueduct on April 8. Breeding: In Kentucky by Gary and Mary West Stables Inc. Here’s a look at the owners of each Thoroughbred who’ll compete in the 2023 Kentucky Derby. For others, this could be their one and only shot at making history. And there are several who had horses in last year’s field yet came up short. Some of this year’s owners already have a Derby victory under their belts, and they’re hoping to add to their trophy cases and résumés. And it certainly doesn’t hurt to have a bit of all of that and more to make a run for the roses on the first Saturday in May at Churchill Downs in Louisville. For some, having a big bank account and keeping select company can make all of the difference. Just getting a contender into the 20-horse starting gate is a tall order, much less winning the race.įor most, just making it there is the culmination of years of dreams and determination.
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