Churchill Downs Incorporated

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Churchill Downs to restore full United Tote ownership in NYRA deal

NYRA will remain a long-term customer after extending its totalisator services agreement through 2035, preserving the commercial relationship created alongside the original stake sale.

2 min read • Jul 30 • By Shaan Khan

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Churchill Downs generates $980m net revenue for Q2, H1 net income rises 10.2%

The operator’s net revenue for H1 2026 reached just over $1.6bn and increased 4.2%, while Churchill Downs also reported a $241m net income for Q2, equating to growth of 11.1%.

3 min read • Jul 29 • By Kirk Geller

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Maryland matches Churchill Downs’ $85m offer to acquire Preakness IP rights

The State of Maryland exercised its right to acquire the intellectual property, including all trademarks and associated rights, of the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes.

2 min read • Jun 18 • By Kirk Geller

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Golden Tempo wins 152nd Kentucky Derby, marks first-ever female trainer victory

The Kentucky Derby set a new record in all-sources handle after the figure increased 3% to $487m for Derby Week 2026, while TwinSpires set an all-time high with $129m in wagers.

1 min read • May 4 • By Kirk Geller

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Churchill Downs partners with Ford and TwinSpires for the Kentucky Derby

The home of the Kentucky Derby will benefit from more high-profile partnerships. 

1 min read • Apr 23 • By Eddie Overs

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Churchill Downs posts 3% revenue gain in Q1 as racing offsets gaming dip

Growth in Kentucky and Virginia historical racing helped lift first-quarter earnings, while the operator also moved ahead with expansion projects in New Hampshire and Kentucky.

2 min read • Apr 23 • By Shaan Khan

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Churchill Downs announces intellectual acquisitions from Maryland LLC

The operator has formally obtained the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes horseraces for $85m.

2 min read • Apr 21 • By Will Underwood

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Churchill Downs claims court victory over the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority

It seems the case instigated from the deaths that occurred during the 2023 Kentucky Derby might finally be coming to a close.

2 min read • Apr 2 • By Megan Elswyth

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Churchill Downs sets quarterly record with $665.9m revenue for Q4, net income falls 28%

Despite also reporting a 7% increase in FY2025 revenue to just over $2.9bn, Churchill Downs also witnessed a net income decrease during the full-year period, falling 10.3% to $383m.

3 min read • Feb 25 • By Kirk Geller

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Churchill Downs unveiling Marshall Yards Racing & Gaming venue on February 25

The new Marshall Yards Racing & Gaming facility represents the eighth historical racing and entertainment venue launched across Kentucky by Churchill Downs.

1 min read • Feb 25 • By Kirk Geller

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Churchill Downs confirms expanded schedule for 152nd Spring Meet and Derby Week

The 2026 calendar introduces Sunday racing and a prime-time Kentucky Oaks as the operator extends Derby Week activity across nine days.

3 min read • Feb 10 • By Shaan Khan

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Oxford Casino challenges Maine's tribal iGaming monopoly in federal court

Oxford Casino, alongside its parent company Churchill Downs Incorporated, has filed a federal lawsuit challenging Maine's new online casino gaming law, which grants exclusive licensing rights to the state's four federally recognized Indian tribes.

3 min read • Feb 2 • By Jack Found

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Churchill Downs to open Marshall Yards Racing & Gaming on February 25

The facility will represent Churchill Downs’ eighth historical racing entertainment venue in Kentucky and include 225 HRMs, a sports bar and simulcast and sports wagering.

3 min read • Jan 20 • By Kirk Geller

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Churchill Downs’ Casino Salem redeveloping to Rockingham Grand Casino

The new property will feature 825 historical racing machines, 32 table games, 12 seats for ETG play and a 900-seat entertainment venue, as well as food and beverage concepts.

3 min read • Jan 12 • By Kirk Geller

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Kambi secures partnership extension with Churchill Downs

The pair are set to expand their sportsbook collaboration into retail locations across additional states.

3 min read • Dec 16 • By Will Underwood

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Churchill Downs sets quarterly record with $683m of revenue for Q3 2025

The operator reported a decrease in net income of 42% to $38.1m due to a one-time, non-cash impairment, but also generated an adjusted net income of $77.1m, equating to a rise of 7%.

5 min read • Oct 22 • By Kirk Geller

Personnel

Executive of the Year 2025

We present to you the 2025 Shortlist for the Executive of the Year award, sponsored by Soft2Bet.

5 min read • Sep 29 • By Mariya Savova

Property of the Year 2025

We present to you the 2025 Shortlist for the Property of the Year award.

5 min read • Sep 28 • By Mariya Savova

Land Based

Land-Based Operator of the Year 2025

We present to you the 2025 Shortlist for the Land-Based Operator of the Year award, sponsored by NOVOMATIC

5 min read • Sep 26 • By Mariya Savova