Location: Kentucky
Truist analyst “impressed” by visit to Churchill Downs
A weekend trip to Kentucky left Truist Securities analyst Barry Jonas “impressed” with the Churchill Downs empire. Jonas said there’s... more
NFL legend Terry Bradshaw looking at return to racing
Attendees at Thoroughbred sales are used to familiar faces—the industry is a tight-knit circle comprised of people attending the same... more
Kentucky sportsbooks nearly reach 12% hold for July
The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission reported $15.4 million in gross sports betting revenue for July on Thursday, with the state’s... more
Gov. Andy Beshear reflects on first year of legal sports betting in Kentucky
September 7 [marked] the first anniversary of legalized sports betting in Kentucky. Governor Andy Beshear spoke on what the move has meant... more
Kentucky attorney general advises ‘risk-free’ games are illegal gambling
Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman is telling prosecutors that hundreds of new “risk free” games resembling casino slots are illegal... more
Kentucky: Sports betting revenue in ‘far exceeded’ initial projections, gaming experts say
After an early projected revenue of $23 million, Kentucky cashed out just over $37 million in taxes and licensing fees from the state’s... more
Kentucky: Circa adds to sports betting market ahead of NFL season
Circa Sports announced a new addition to the Kentucky sports betting market on Thursday, as it plans to open a temporary retail sportsbook... more
Kentucky: Bet365 a solid third for mobile handle in June
Bet365 made notable inroads in becoming the No. 3 sports betting app for bettors in Kentucky, according to June figures released Thursday... more
Susan Speckert appointed Chief Operating Officer of Kentucky regulator
The Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation has announced that Susan Speckert will be the first person to hold the Chief Operating... more
Will Bob Baffert return to Kentucky Derby winner’s circle after Churchill Downs rescinds ban?
Over the last century, some of the most prominent names in sports have resurrected their careers after returning from a well-documented... more
