Churchill Downs更新赛马场三项接待与座席改造项目进度

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Victory Run
Schematic of the Victory Run exterior from the parking lot of Churchill Downs Racetrack
Homestretch Club Expansion
Schematic of the expanded main area in Homestretch Club
Infield Seating Upgrade and New Amenities
The Infield at Churchill Downs Racetrack with additional temporary seating areas shown in blue
Victory Run Construction is Underway
Expanded Homestretch Club and Upgraded Seating in the Infield
LOUISVILLE, Ky., July 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) announced today an update on three of its current and upcoming capital projects at Churchill Downs Racetrack (“Churchill Downs”) expected to be completed in 2027 and 2028. The three projects are:
Victory Run
Homestretch Club Expansion
Infield Seating Upgrade
“Our new premium hospitality offerings at a range of attractive price points will be greatly enhanced and expanded by our investments in our flagship asset,” said Bill Carstanjen, Chief Executive Officer of CDI. “We remain committed to elevating the guest experience to support long-term growth.”
Victory Run
We began construction on Victory Run following the 152
nd
Kentucky Derby. The project is expected to be completed ahead of the 154
th
Kentucky Derby in 2028. Located on the first turn of Churchill Downs between the Ford First Turn Club and the Skye Terrace, the new four-story structure will provide a modern premium hospitality experience with exceptional views of the finish line, including private suites, indoor and outdoor dining, and covered box seating. Churchill Downs expects to offer guests temporary covered seating with enhanced amenities in this area for the 153
rd
Kentucky Derby in 2027.
Homestretch Club Expansion
We will be expanding the Homestretch Club to enhance the guest experience by creating more space for patrons, adding VIP seating areas, and enhancing food and beverage infrastructure. This expansion is expected to be completed by the 153
rd
Kentucky Derby in 2027.
Infield Seating Upgrade and New Amenities
The Infield Seating Upgrade will create additional temporary seating offerings in the Infield and will expand opportunities for sponsorship activations. We will be redeveloping the infield areas on both sides of the Winners’ Pagoda which is the historic building in the infield near the finish line where the Kentucky Derby winners receive their trophies. We will be removing the tote boards so we can create new customer experiences in a very desirable area of the infield with exceptional views of the homestretch, the finish line, and the Derby winner’s trophy presentation. We are adding 1,400 temporary seats and will be testing a new infield cabana offering with 500 covered reserved seats along the turf course. We are also making underground infrastructure improvements in the first turn area of the infield to create a more level area for a sponsored music stage and new bar and lounge concepts. This project is expected to be completed by the 153
rd
Kentucky Derby in 2027. We will continue to evaluate long-term permanent entertainment experiences for these very highly desirable areas of the infield.
About Churchill Downs Incorporated
Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) has created extraordinary entertainment experiences for over 150 years, beginning with the Company’s most iconic and enduring asset, the Kentucky Derby. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, CDI has expanded through the acquisition, development, and operation of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the growth of the online wagering businesses, and the acquisition, development, and operation of regional casino gaming properties.
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