Always A Runner wins the 152nd Kentucky Oaks with record-breaking wagering and primetime NBC broadcast.

Always A Runner won the 152nd Longines Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs, finishing the 1-1/8 mile race in 1:48.82 under fast track conditions. The event, broadcast in primetime on NBC for the first time, attracted over 103,000 fans and set new wagering records with $89 million bet on the full race day and over $29 million on the Oaks race alone. The win highlights the growing popularity of the Kentucky Oaks and its role in supporting women's health initiatives, including cancer survivor events and charitable fundraising. Churchill Downs Incorporated continues to expand its entertainment offerings and community impact through this premier horse racing event.