Owensboro Racing & Gaming, the seventh historical horse racing entertainment venue in the US state of Kentucky owned by Churchill Downs (CDI), has officially opened for business.
The US$100m venue in Owensboro, Kentucky, features 600 state-of-the-art historical racing machines, a retail sportsbook, simulcast wagering and multiple food and beverage options.
The new venue 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 Bill Carstanjen, CEO of CDI. “Owensboro’s newest entertainment destination will drive new tourism, entertainment and economic opportunities in eastern Daviess County.”
