News and Press Releases

Churchill Downs Incorporated (Nasdaq: CHDN) (“CDI”) announced today the addition of three new points-bearing races on the European / Middle East Road to the Kentucky Derby series. The UAE 2000 Guineas (Group 3), the Saudi Derby (G3) and the Dubai Road to the Kentucky Derby Stakes (formerly the Al Bastakiya) will now award qualifying points toward up to two invitations for 3-year-old Thoroughbreds to compete in the Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve (G1) at the historic Churchill Downs Racetrack on Saturday, May 2, 2026.

On Thursday, September 19, thousands of generous donors across Kentuckiana came together to make history during the Community Foundation of Louisville’s 12th annual Give for Good Louisville campaign. The region’s largest day of giving shattered four all-time records, raising an astounding $10.47 million through 49,664 gifts from 26,219 donors—all in support of local nonprofits, educational institutions and religious organizations

Today, the Virginia Racing Commission voted unanimously to grant a license to Roseshire, a new upscale gaming and entertainment venue in Henrico County from Churchill Downs Incorporated. Roseshire is scheduled to open on September 29, 2025, in the Staples Mill Shopping Center at the intersection of Staples Mill Road and Glenside Drive.

Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) announced today the appointment of Konstantin Makarov to the newly created role of Senior Advisor, Global Markets. In this executive position, Makarov will report directly to the President and Chief Operating Officer, Bill Mudd and will be responsible for advising on CDI’s international expansion strategy across all global markets, with an initial focus on the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.

The official Road to the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve will begin Saturday, Sept. 13 at the home of America’s greatest race as Churchill Downs stages the 44th running of the $300,000 Iroquois (Grade III) for 2-year-olds at one mile on opening weekend of its 14-day September Meet.

On Friday, August 22, Churchill Downs Incorporated proudly welcomed over 300 MBA students from Indiana University Kelley School of Business, along with IU staff and alumni, for an immersive day of learning, connection, and racing excitement.

Churchill Downs Incorporated announced today that the Company has completed its previously announced purchase of a majority of the outstanding interests of a Salem, New Hampshire joint venture (“Casino Salem”) with the right to develop a charitable gaming, entertainment and dining venue.

Churchill Downs Racetrack has been named one of the top five sports attractions in the country, according to USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Ranked #5 on the list, the historic racetrack joins three other Louisville institutions in a remarkable showing that highlights the city’s national reputation as a premier destination for sports fans.

Churchill Downs Incorporated has been shortlisted for the prestigious Global Gaming Awards Americas 2025 in not one, but two categories: Land-Based Operator of the Year and Property of the Year for The Rose Gaming Resort!