Explore the backside of Churchill Downs ahead of Kentucky Derby 2026
The backside of Churchill Downs houses 1,400 thoroughbreds and serves as a home for trainers, jockeys and staff. See the backside through the years.
The backside of Churchill Downs is just as iconic as the racetrack itself. Located behind the grandstand, the backside houses nearly 1,400 thoroughbreds and serves as the backbone of the racing industry. This is where the horses get fed, brushed and bathed.
The area contains dormitories, a church and a restaurant for trainers, jockeys and staff. More: Why are there goats on the backside of Churchill Downs? Ahead of the 152nd Kentucky Derby May 2, see the backside through the years at Churchill Downs.
This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: See the backside of Churchill Downs before Kentucky Derby