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President of Churchill Downs Racetrack to retire

18 November 2020

After 11 years at the helm of the world’s most legendary racetrack, T. Kevin Flanery has decided to retire as President of Churchill Downs Racetrack at the end of 2020.

Opening of Oak Grove Racing, Gaming and Hotel paired with donations

2 October 2020

To celebrate its grand opening, Oak Grove Racing, Gaming and Hotel made four donations of $3,500 each to area nonprofits with operations near the property.

Top 10 casino openings and expansions for fall 2020

28 September 2020

As we aim to find a better sense of normal life in the casino industry and await a monumental new casino resort unveiling next month, we highlight 10 openings and expansions from across the country.

New Level Radio partners with Oak Grove and Tachi Palace Casino Resort

8 September 2020

New Level Radio supplies on-property music, messaging and video programming to more than 60 businesses across 21 U.S. states with a large number of casino properties.

This year's Longines Kentucky Oaks was the fastest in history

4 September 2020

The 146th running of the $1.25 million Longines Kentucky Oaks (Grade I) saw Shedaresthedevil claim the Lillies in the fastest Kentucky Oaks race in history at 1:48.28.

2020 Kentucky Derby picks and betting preview

4 September 2020

We take a look at the 146th running of the Kentucky Derby, taking place much later in the year than normal due to COVID-19 postponing the race from the original date in May.

Derby City Gaming opens new outdoor gaming patio

3 September 2020

The new 8,000 square foot patio will result in a net addition of 225 historical racing machines with some of the best game titles available.

Keeneland offering drive-thru betting for Kentucky Derby, Oaks

28 August 2020

The Kentucky horse track announces drive-thru betting will be offered on all the races from Churchill Downs on 4-5 September.

Oak Grove to open gaming operations on 18 September

19 August 2020

Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel announced today that it will open its racing machine gaming floor, four restaurants and event center to the public on Friday, 18 September.

Historic Horse Racing machines installed in Kentucky

13 July 2020

Castle Hill Gaming announced its first installation of Historic Horse Racing machines in Kentucky. On 11 July, Castle Hill installed 24 machines at the Ellis Park race track.

Churchill Downs to reopen properties in five states

12 June 2020

Each property will operate under specific capacity restrictions in compliance with state and local requirements.

Derby City Gaming reopens today

8 June 2020

All Churchill Downs properties will implement and practice the “CDI 360 Degree Approach to Safety,” which includes initiatives to facilitate social distancing, personal protection and enhanced cleaning.

Virtual Triple Crown Showdown draws 1.7 million viewers

12 May 2020

In a virtual race pitting 13 Triple Crown winners against each other on the first Saturday in May, Secretariat emerged as the ultimate champion, winning the race 47 years after capturing the "real" Kentucky Derby.

Churchill Downs cleared to reopen in May

30 April 2020

The track received approval from state officials to reopen its stable areas at Churchill Downs Racetrack on Monday, 11 May under strict guidelines to effectively mitigate the impact of COVID-19.

Virtual Kentucky Derby race set for charity

23 April 2020

Churchill Downs announced plans to celebrate the first Saturday in May, the traditional date of the annual Kentucky Derby, by hosting a day-long at-home Kentucky Derby party to raise $2 million for COVID-19 relief.

Kentucky governor suspends all charitable gaming licenses and closes bingo halls

18 March 2020

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced the move as part of a plan of action to help combat the spread of the novel coronavirus.

SBTech powers first legal sports bet in Arkansas

9 July 2019

The newly refurbished Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort is the first operator in the state to launch sports betting via its in-house venue, powered by SBTech.

Riahei appointed President of SBTech US

26 June 2019

Melissa Riahei will focus on building out the groups' U.S. infrastructure to support SBTech's existing customers and establishing its presence in additional states.

Sports Betting Supplier of the Year goes to SBTech

26 June 2019

The company won two major prizes at the eGR B2B Awards 2019, claiming Sports Betting Supplier of the year and best In-play Betting Software, the fourth consecutive year the company has gotten this accolade.

Top 10 facts and figures for 2019 Kentucky Derby

29 April 2019

This Saturday, horse racing fans and many others will be glued to the television for the most exciting two minutes in all of sports.

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