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by NTRA | 04.30.2021 | 12:21pm
The eyes of the sporting world will be on Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., this weekend for the Grade 1 147th Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve. The Kentucky Derby, “America s greatest race” is back in its traditional position on the first Saturday in May, with fans in attendance, after being held last Sept. 5 without spectators due to the Coronavirus pandemic. The Grade 1 Preakness Stakes on May 15 at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Md., and the Grade 1 Belmont Stakes on June 5 at Belmont Park in Elmont, N.Y., complete this year s Triple Crown schedule.
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On Saturday, May 1, the 147th Kentucky Derby will be held, airing live on NBC Sports, owned by
Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCSA). Unlike last year’s Kentucky Derby, there will be fans in the stands and infield this year.
Could the 2021 Kentucky Derby provide a lift to
Churchill Downs Inc (NASDAQ: CHDN)?
Kentucky Derby: The Kentucky Derby is the longest continuously held annual sporting event in the United States. The event is one of the biggest pieces for Churchill Downs in terms of brand awareness and revenue.
For the 2021 Kentucky Derby, the company anticipates selling 40% to 50% of reserved seats and a limited amount of infield seats.
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. Ronnie Shelton won’t even say the word “strike.” The Churchill Downs valet, who is leading the charge for a new contract between the track and the workers who make each race possible, is hopeful that the “worst-case scenario” can be avoided.
What You Need To Know
Valets at Churchill Downs are fighting for a new contract with the track
Valets perform essential and often dangerous work preparing jockeys and horses for races
The union representing the valets has authorized a strike should workers decide they need one
Valets are asking for an increase in their $109 day rate
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