$233 Million Wagered On Kentucky Derby Day; Second-Highest Ever Sponsored by:
Churchill Downs Incorporated reported that 51,838 fans were on hand to witness Medina Spirit s victory in the 147th running of the Grade 1 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs racetrack in Louisville, Ky.
Wagering from all-sources on the Kentucky Derby Day program totaled $233.0 million, up 85% compared to the 2020 Kentucky Derby Day program held without spectators last Sept. 5. All-sources wagering on the Kentucky Derby race was $155.4 million, up 96% from last year s Derby race.
The Derby day wagering totals for the 14-race card were the second-highest ever, behind $250.9 million bet in 2019.
All-sources handle for Opening Night, Saturday, April 24, through Derby Day, Saturday, May 1, was recorded at $314.6 million.
Medina Spirit Claims the Garland of Roses in the 147th Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve
May 01, 2021 22:18 ET | Source: Churchill Downs Incorporated Churchill Downs Incorporated Louisville, Kentucky, UNITED STATES
LOUISVILLE, Ky., May 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) announced today that Medina Spirit claimed the Garland of Roses in the 147
th running of the $3 million Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve. The Company reported that 51,838 fans reveled under cloudless skies to watch as the “Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports” triumphantly returned to the first Saturday in May at Churchill Downs Racetrack (“Churchill Downs”).
Churchill Downs valets will not strike during Kentucky Derby Share Updated: 8:21 AM EDT May 1, 2021 WLKY Digital Team
TRACKING THE COVID-19 VACCINE Share Updated: 8:21 AM EDT May 1, 2021 WLKY Digital Team The valets who saddle the horses in the paddock and prepare them for races have decided to work the Kentucky Derby, despite considerations to strike.SEIU Local 541 issued a statement regarding the decision made late Friday, which says: “With the world’s eyes on the Kentucky Derby, we want to thank everyone for their support in the fight for livable wages, dignity, and respect for the valets at Churchill Downs. The valets have made the incredibly tough and selfless decision to put this event and the entire community above themselves, and the leadership of SEIU Local 541 respects that decision. The valets will continue to work the Kentucky Derby with the same commitment, passion, and dedication that they always have, and thi
Pari-Mutuel Clerks Say They Will Honor Derby Day Picket Line At Churchill Downs If Valets Go On Strike Sponsored by:
Handicapping on Kentucky Oaks day at Churchill Downs
The pari-mutuel clerks employed by Churchill Downs Incorporated in Louisville, Ky., announced they will honor the Churchill Downs valets picket line, if they decide to strike on the day of the Kentucky Derby. The absence of 200 pari-mutuel clerks at the Derby would shut down hundreds of betting stations and disrupt the money-making engine of Churchill Downs Incorporated.
SEIU Local 541 s Executive Board President Don Vest said: “The pari-mutuel clerks stand in full solidarity with valets who have been patiently waiting for a fair contract since last fall. They have informed the valets that they will honor the picket line if they choose to go on strike tomorrow.”
Churchill Fails To Show Up At Contract Meeting With Valets; Strike On Derby Day A Possibility Sponsored by:
A plane banner over the Churchill Downs race track yesterday, April 30.
With less than 24 hours until the 147th Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs Incorporated failed to attend a meeting early this morning to, once and for all, finalize a contract with its valets and avoid major disruptions at the Derby. The governor and mediator were notified of the meeting last night; even still, the valets were once met with radio silence by their employer.
Today s informational leafleting action by the Greater Louisville Central Labour Council which represents 50 unions and 50,000 workers in the area will preview a potential Derby with valets and parimutuels on strike. The action will take place TODAY until 3pm ET at Churchill Downs.