Editor’s Note:

As much as we can, we will offer some backside and morning photos of the horses as they arrive and warm up for the 2022 version of the Kentucky Derby — truly the world’s greatest and most historic Thoroughbred racing event.

Our very own Holly M. Smith will be on location as many days as possible, and the fantastic team at Coady Photography will also be providing us with spectacular close-up looks, as well.

Stay tuned here for all the glamour and pageantry, and the focus on the horse as we prepare for another glorious Spring in Kentucky.

All Photos by Coady Photography:

Cyberknife, the big, red-headed winner of the G1 Arkansas Derby, has arrived at Churchill Downs and taken up residence in the barn of trainer Brad Cox:

Crown Pride, the pride of Japan, has been on the grounds for nearly a week: