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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.

JACK Entertainment sells two properties to Hard Rock International and VICI Properties

5 April 2019

The company announced today that it has entered into multiple contracts to sell Jack Cincinnati Casino and Turfway Park to Hard Rock International and VICI Properties for $780 million.

Kentucky court rules in favor of Exacta Systems

25 October 2018

Ruling says Exacta Systems' historic horse racing system, games and wagers are pari-mutuel and comply with Kentucky statutes and regulations.

Breeders' Cup to host seminar in Las Vegas

23 October 2018

Professional handicapper Bob Ike returns to Rampart Casino Resort at Summerlin to share with racing fans the ins and outs of betting.

Casino City’s Friday Five: Prize money edition

28 September 2018

Along with the Congressional hearing on sports betting, there were large payouts and winnings this week, and news of a new rooftop lounge opening. Finally, an online sportsbook with an offer for the upcoming UFC event in Las Vegas.

Churchill Downs to construct new rooftop lounge

21 September 2018

The plan is for a $5 million capital investment to expand the Starting Gate Suites through the construction of a new 20,000 square-foot rooftop garden.

Churchill Downs Incorporated opens Derby City Gaming

14 September 2018

Derby City Gaming is a new venue, boasting 900 state-of-the-art historical racing machines designed in partnership with Ainsworth Game Technology.

SBTech goes live in New Jersey and Mississippi

3 September 2018

The company deployed its team on the ground in the U.S. after going live with Churchill Downs, Golden Nugget and Resorts Casino.

Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board approves operator change

15 August 2018

Under the agreement approved by the Board at its public meeting, the license for Presque Isle Downs & Casino will be transferred to Churchill Downs, Inc., a publicly traded company based in Louisville, KY.

SBTech secures sportsbook partnership with Golden Nugget

23 July 2018

This agreement is the latest in a series of U.S. partnerships announced by SBTech, following Churchill Downs Incorporated and Resorts Casino Hotel.

SBTech announces partnership with Resorts Casino Hotel

2 July 2018

The sports betting solutions provider will distribute the casino's sportsbook solution across on-property, online and mobile channels in New Jersey, subject to the appropriate regulatory approvals.

SBC's Betting on Sports conference

23 April 2018

Betting on Sports America is a two-day conference that will be held on 24-25 April 2019 in New York City and will bring together operators, suppliers, regulators, sports organizations and affiliates in one venue.

New Level Radio teams up with Red Mile

21 September 2017

The music and marketing industry leader will provide a fully customizable on-property radio network to Red Mile, the second-oldest harness track in the world.

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