Kim Kardashian’s appearance at the Monaco Grand Prix turned messy fast and not because of anything on the track. Just minutes before the race kicked off, Kim standing out on the starting grid to support her boyfriend, Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton brushed off seasoned Sky Sports presenter Martin Brundle during his live pre-race walk. The snub, icy and unmistakable, went viral almost instantly, with fans calling Kim “classless” and slamming her for what they saw as pure arrogance. Martin Brundle’s grid walks are a staple for F1 fans. He weaves through celebrities and drivers, squeezing in quick chats before the engines roar. This time, he spotted Kim alongside her sister Khloe and their friend Simon Huck. He approached, mic in hand, did his usual friendly intro “Kim, Martin Brundle from Sky F1, how are you today?” and asked if she was enjoying the event. Instead of responding, Kim shot a short smile, gave a fleeting glance, and then just turned away. Silence. She leaned in to her securi...
Cherie DeVaux just flipped the script at Churchill Downs. On May 2, 2026, she made history as the first female trainer ever to win the Kentucky Derby something nobody’s ever pulled off in 152 years of the biggest race in horse racing. Her colt, Golden Tempo, went from an underdog to the champion, shattering a barrier that’s stood since the very first Derby. It wasn’t just a win. It was a wake-up call to anyone who thought this sport couldn’t change.
That night in Louisville, more than 100,000 fans packed the stands, and when Golden Tempo crossed the line, you could feel things shift. Cherie stood in the winner’s circle, not just holding a trophy, but opening the door for women everywhere in racing. She got there by grinding and obsessing over the smallest details, year after year.
Golden Tempo’s trip around the track was anything but easy. From Post 16, he came out slow and spent most of the race near the back definitely not where you want to be with a field full of big names. Most people figured the favorites up front would handle things. But Jose Ortiz, the jockey, stuck to Cherie’s gameplan. He held back, trusted the training, and waited for the moment.
That moment came at the final turn. Suddenly, Golden Tempo started picking off horses, slipping through gaps like he had eyes for daylight. Down the stretch, he chased down the favorite, Renegade who, by the way, was ridden by Jose’s brother Irad Ortiz Jr. and in a blur at the wire, Golden Tempo snagged it. Final time: 2:02.27. Bettors who stuck with him at 23-1 odds had a good night.
Cherie’s tactics paid off when it counted. She’d tinkered nonstop, even adding blinkers to help Golden Tempo tune out the noise and focus. She knew how to read him when to push, when to pull back and made sure he’d hit his peak when it mattered most. That’s what set them apart from the rest of the field.
The Derby’s always had a reputation for fancy hats and mint juleps, but behind the scenes, it’s been a boys’ club for as long as anyone could remember. Since 1875, only 18 women ever even entered a horse. Now, with Cherie’s win, that old ceiling finally cracked. She’s not alone; Jena Antonucci won the Belmont in 2023. But until now, the Kentucky Derby was still out of reach for women trainers.
Cherie’s journey started in Saratoga Springs, New York. She grew up in a family obsessed with harness racing. Pre-med college plans didn’t stick, she got pulled back to the barn. She put in her time, spending eight years working for Chad Brown, helping champions like Lady Eli. Then she struck out on her own in 2018, and step by step, built her way up.
After the race, you could see how much it meant. Cherie choked up in her interview. “I’m just so happy for this horse and the team behind him,” she managed to say. She hopes the win lights the way for other women who want a shot in the sport. She’s proof that showing up, working hard, and believing in yourself still break barriers.
And don’t forget the money behind all this. Golden Tempo brought home $3.1 million of the $5 million pot, not a bad day at all. That boosts Cherie’s career earnings to over $30 million. Renegade picked up $1 million, and the 70-1 longshot Ocelli got $500,000 for third.
This was also a big deal for Jose Ortiz, he finally got his first Kentucky Derby win after 11 tries. Add that to his past Preakness and Belmont wins, and now he’s checked every box. You could see the connection between him and Cherie all weekend; Jose even won the Kentucky Oaks the day before.
Now, everyone’s watching to see what Golden Tempo does next at the Preakness. Triple Crown talk is already swirling. Who knows what happens, but honestly, for today, nothing else matters. The story of the 2026 Kentucky Derby is bigger than speed, it’s about vision and finally seeing the right person get their due.
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