Sunday Morning Coming Down…at Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

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(Lemon Muffin / All Photos by Holly M. Smith)

Editor’s Note:

Nothing like a bright Sunday morning to catch some Thoroughbreds doing what Thoroughbreds do best: running.

And, nothing better than catching a glimpse or two along with our friend and photo journalist, Holly M. Smith, who toured the famed grounds of Churchill Downs on Sunday morning and stayed for the races on Sunday afternoon.

His a sample of her photos from the day. Artistry.

Football Season & Racing Season, All Rolled Into One:

Benedetta:

Silver Rose:

Ms Tart:

Tacked Up & Nowhere to Go?

Tribute to Former Trainer Chuck Simon:

V V’s Dream:

Mink’s Palace:

Ripperton:

Mink’s Palace:

Churchill Downs & Friends Pay Tribute to Chuck Simon:

Margot’s Angel:

And…they are off…

Sunday Disruptor:

A Gaze…

Lemon Muffin:

2024-09-15T20:54:56-04:00By 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