A Churchill Downs’ Photo Album From Saturday: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

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(A November Saturday in black and white / All Photos by Holly M. Smith)

Editor’s Note:

Another November Saturday, full of football rivalries and horse racing showdowns.

But for one person, there was only one place to be on this Saturday. Not in a football stadium, mind you. At Churchill Downs, you bet.

Another November Saturday, and our Holly M. Smith found herself knee deep in Churchill Downs dirt and taking photos of some of her favorite things:

Horses…

Horse people…

Horses…

And, more horses…

Here’s a few of her looks from Saturday:

Instant Coffee Wins G2 KY Jockey Club:

Cyclone Mischief:

Hoosier Philly Wins the G2 Golden Rod Stakes:

Powerful, Is Just That:

A Horse to Pet:

Red Carpet:

KY Derby Winner Rich Strike:

A Look at Churchill Downs From the Backside:

The Player’s Son First Player:

Itzos:

Mr Bob:

Twirled:

Key of Life:

Worthington:

Jockey Luis Saez Wins 6 on Saturday

2022-11-27T10:03:10-05:00By 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