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Cubs' Alex Bregman celebrates horse's win at Churchill Downs

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Cubs' Alex Bregman celebrates horse's win at Churchill Downs

Summary

Alex Bregman of the Chicago Cubs celebrated after his horse, Act of Parliament, won at Churchill Downs on September 17. The colt, trained by Will Walden, overcame a rough start to secure victory by three-quarters of a length. Bregman's excitement was tempered when Act of Parliament was claimed by new owners following the race for $20,000. The Cubs squad attended the race on their off day before an upcoming series against Cincinnati, with teammates dressed in racing-themed costumes. Act of Parliament was acquired by Bregman Family Racing for $65,000 and earned $27,108 with this win, although he lost the horse in the claiming race.

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•Act of Parliament won at Churchill Downs on September 17.
•The horse was claimed by new owners after the race.
•Bregman Family Racing purchased the colt for $65,000.
•Cubs attended the race while on an off day.
•Bregman celebrated with teammates at the historic venue.

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7:43 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs infielder Alex Bregman’s horse wins at Churchill Downs, then gets claimed by new owners

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Alex Bregman and his Chicago Cubs teammates celebrated the third baseman's horse winning a race at Churchill Downs. Act of Parliament overcame a troubled start under jockey Axel Concepcion and rallied to win by three-quarters of a length on Thursday. "It was electric,” winning trainer Will Walden said.
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