News and Press Releases

Churchill Downs Racetrack (“Churchill Downs”) today announced a partnership renewal with Ford as the exclusive automotive partner of the Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve, reinforcing a longstanding relationship between two iconic American brands. Under the renewed agreement, Ford will be granted exclusivity in the automotive category and an expanded footprint with interactive vehicle displays to promote fan interaction and immersive brand experiences to supplement the excitement of Derby Week and beyond.

The Kentucky Derby was nominated for Sports Event of the Year for the 150th running by Sports Business Journal along with five other national elite sporting events. Additionally, Churchill Downs Racetrack was nominated for Sports Facility of the Year for the 18th annual Sports Business Awards, recognizing excellence over the past year.

Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) CEO Bill Carstanjen released the following statement today in response to the passing of Ulysses Lee “Junior” Bridgeman, an active member of the CDI Board of Directors since 2012.

Today, Churchill Downs Racetrack (“Churchill Downs”) and hospitality partner Levy Restaurants (“Levy”) released the official menu for the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby® presented by Woodford Reserve. Curated by Chef Robert Lopez, Senior Executive Chef for Levy and Head Chef at Churchill Downs, this year’s menu is infused with locally sourced ingredients and rich southern flavors, giving guests a variety of delicious options to enjoy for the Longines Kentucky Oaks® on Friday, May 2 and the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 3.

The Food Bank of Siouxland and The Hard Rock and Casino Hotel held the 3rd annual KenDUCKY Derby.

Churchill Downs Incorporated is pleased to announce that Timothy Morrissey has been named General Manager at Riverwalk Casino Hotel in Vicksburg, Mississippi.

Churchill Downs Incorporated is pleased to announce that Jeremy Callahan has been named General Manager at Roseshire Gaming in Henrico, Virginia. Jeremy brings over a decade of experience in gaming and casino openings, most recently serving an important role in the opening of Rosie’s Gaming Emporium in Emporia, Virginia. Prior to his leadership experience with various gaming companies, Jeremy was part of the CDI team as Facilities Manager at Oxford Casino in Oxford, Maine. His extensive business background has developed Jeremy into a leader focused on quality, efficiency and safety best practices.

Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) announced today a multi-year series of capital projects that will enhance and expand the Kentucky Derby experience across three key areas of Churchill Downs Racetrack (“Churchill Downs”). The series of transformational projects are, collectively, the largest expansion and renovation undertaken in the 150-year history of CDI.

$100 Million Investment Provides World-Class Entertainment While Supporting Purse Funding for Ellis Park.