Ford Sponsoring Saturday’s 147th Kentucky Derby
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Last year, Ford was all too thrilled to announce that it had signed on to become the official vehicle of Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby. Ford broke the news on March 9; by the end of that week, well, let’s say that things got pretty weird. While there was ultimately a Kentucky Derby in 2020 with Ford sponsorship, this year’s race marks the debut of the partnership in front of live fans.
Saturday at noon, the most exciting two minutes in sports outside (or at least the most exciting two minutes in sports involving horses) returns to Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, with fans in attendance. The 147th running of the Kentucky Derby will take place with roughly 50 percent of reserved seats filled and 30 percent capacity in the infield.
Ford Hall of Fans 2021 Nominees Announced
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The class of 2021 for the Ford Hall of Fans has been revealed. Were you aware that there was a Ford Hall of Fans? Guess you learn something new every day. And, hey, guess what? If you vote on this year’s six nominees, you could win Super Bowl tickets and a 2021 Ford F-150.
So what is this Ford Hall of Fans, you ask? It launched two years ago as a way to honor die-hard NFL fans for lifetime commitments to their favorite teams. Three of the six nominees will join the six current inductees in the Pro Football Hall of Fame during 2021 Enshrinement Weekend. It’s an actual thing!