New York-listed gaming and racing operator Churchill Downs Inc. has opened its new $100 million Owensboro Racing & Gaming venue in Kentucky.
The new venue features 600 historical racing machines, a retail sportsbook, simulcast wagering and multiple food and beverage options.
The opening of the Owensboro venue is Churchill Down’s seventh premier historical horse racing entertainment venue in Kentucky and will support purse funding for Ellis Park Racing & Gaming’s summer racing meet in Henderson, Kentucky.
“Today marks an exciting milestone for our company as we expand our footprint in western Kentucky and further strengthen our commonwealth’s signature horse racing industry,” said Churchill Downs CEO Bill Carstanjen.
“Owensboro’s newest entertainment destination will drive new tourism, entertainment and economic opportunities in eastern Daviess County.”
Shares in Churchill Downs Incorporated (NASDAQ:CHDN) closed 1.81 per cent higher at $23.09 per share in New York Thursday.