No, Nikola Jokic isn’t the only one who loves horses. They’re unfairly pointing out that poor Serbian guy for no reason! I mean, look at Ayesha Curry for once. The forever glamorous wife of Stephen Curry is making some waves in the world of horse racing. Hey, she’s not going to race, but she’s embracing the sport with open arms.

On Tuesday, the mother of four made an interesting announcement on her IG Story. It looks like International Smoke is associating itself with the ever-iconic Kentucky Derby that’s just a few days away.

Sharing a picture (read: poster) on her Instagram Story, Ayesha Curry made an announcement. The poster read: “Juleps and Jockeys. Kentucky  Derby Happy Hour Takeover. Saturday, May 3rd, 3 to 5 PM.” Thus, tagging International Smoke, Curry captioned: “Watch Party Alert!!” 

So, bringing the mix of cocktails (Juleps) and jockeys under one roof, Mrs. Curry is holding a watch party at her restaurant. That’s truly grand given how horse racing fans await the Kentucky Derby. And amidst all of this, the legendary trainer Bob Baffert made an emotional confession.

Amidst Ayesha Curry’s Happy Hours announcement, Bob Baffert spills his heart out for horses

America’s most decorated horse trainer, Bob Baffert, is a name that echoes through the heart of every horse racing fan. Baffert, with his signature shades and swagger, trained two Triple Crown legends: American Pharoah in 2015 and Justify in 2018. Tying the Derby record with six wins and smashing the Preakness with eight, he turned racetracks into his playground. Oh, and let’s not forget three wins each in the Belmont Stakes and Kentucky Oaks.

Meanwhile, the legend is back, and he’s not easing in. With two fiery contenders in the mix, he’s eyeing the Kentucky Derby like a man on a mission. It’s his first Derby appearance in four years, thanks to a suspension that left a noticeable void at Churchill Downs. But now? The silver-haired legend is back in the saddle, brimming with quiet confidence. Moreover, in a recent interview, he talked about redemption, hope, and the thrill of chasing greatness once more.

Baffert said, “I’m going to have fun now that everything is behind me. Going back with a live horse is more important to me. I really feel like this year I have two horses that could be in the top five, top 10. The Derby is a great experience if you have a horse that’s capable and has a chance.”

Therefore, from glam parties to gritty paddocks, the Kentucky Derby fever is real. Ayesha Curry’s shaking up cocktails, while Bob Baffert’s chasing redemption with horsepower. As juleps pour and hooves thunder, one thing’s clear—this Derby isn’t just a race, it’s a full-blown spectacle.