Breeders’ Cup Photo Shop at Churchill Downs on Saturday: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

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(Dragoon Guard watches the day run on / All Photos by Holly M. Smith)

Editor’s Note:

Holly M. Smith was back at Churchill Downs on Saturday to capture a few of the horses being housed there, and as some made their individual final preparations for the 2024 Breeders’ Cup — to be held at The Del Mar Turf Club this upcoming Saturday.

Here are some of her looks:

Good Cheer:

Splish, Splash…:

Immersive:

Muhimma:

Tumbarumba:

Gypsy Mischief:

A Look Into the Mirror…:

Dragoon Guard:

It’s Fall, Y’all…:

Federal Judge:

2024-10-26T23:36:29-04:00By Holly M. Smith|

About the Author: Holly M. Smith

Holly is a freelance photographer based in Louisville. While she maintains a full time job outside of the thoroughbred/horse industry she spends most of her free time around the racetrack. Horses and photography have been a part of Holly's life going all the way back to elementary school. In 2015 after American Pharoah won the Kentucky Derby she decided to pick up the camera again and get back into the game. Since then she has covered events such as the Kentucky Derby, Breeder's Cup, Queen's Plate and various other racing events. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, watching reality tv shows, and spending time with her fur kids, who still love her even though she isn't home much during racing season! Holly is a proud alum of Franklin County High School and University of Kentucky. She also serves on the UK Greater Louisville Area Alumni Board. Connect with Holly on Twitter @kyholmarie