horse racing

Kentuckians Spending Big on "Off-Site" Wagering

Kentucky Public Radio — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 15:15:05 +0000

For the first time, the state has official figures on how much money Kentuckians bet online or over the phone on horse races that take place in the commonwealth. State Senator Damon Thayer says about $47 million was wagered in the first half of the year.

Kentucky Instant Racing Proponents Hoping High Court Will Resolve Controversy

Kenny Colston — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 21:11:53 +0000

Supporters of instant racing in Kentucky are once again trying to take their case to the state supreme court. Instant racing games allow players to wager on previously-run horse races using slot-machine like-devices. The Franklin Circuit Court previously ruled that the games are legal, but an appeals court sent the decision back, saying the anti-gambling Family Foundation should've been allowed to gather evidence in the case.

Henderson Horse Track Could Have Instant Racing by September

Kevin Willis — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 20:41:07 +0000

The owner of Ellis Park in Henderson says he hopes to expand the horse track’s gambling options by Labor Day. Ron Geary wants to move ahead with plans to install instant racing machines, despite an ongoing lawsuit over the legality of those games in Kentucky.

Horses Will Now Qualify for Kentucky Derby Through Points System

Kevin Willis — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 13:34:42 +0000

It's called the "Road to the Kentucky Derby", and starting next year it will be used to determine the field for the world's most famous horse race.

The Courier-Journal reports Churchill Downs will determine the 20-horse field for the Derby through a points system. Beginning this fall, two-year-old horses will earn points based on their placement in designated races.

The points system will essentially organize the horse racing season into a regular season and playoffs, which racing officials hope will build fan interest along the way.