Hall of Fame jockey Pat Day still holds the record for the most wins at Churchill Downs and Keeneland racetracks. He talks with host Kelsey Starks about his come-from-behind Kentucky Derby win, how he became a jockey after dreaming of being a rodeo cowboy and the life-changing event that gave him a new purpose in life. A 2026 KET production.

Inside Louisville
KET Sunday, April 19 at noon/11 am
KET2 Monday, April 20 at 7/6 pm
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