Daily Double

Keeneland's 2024 Spring Meet concluded Friday with all-sources wagering exceeding $218 million, the third-highest handle in track history. Average daily purse money of $1.16 million attracted Thoroughbred racing's top stables and jockeys, delivering 16 days of quality racing complemented by community and special events that offered family fun with a philanthropic mission. "A big thanks to our horsemen and sponsors, the crowds who turned out daily on track and those who watched and wagered on Keeneland across the country," Keeneland President and CEO Shannon Arvin said. "We especially appreciate the...

Emerald Downs has lowered takeouts on Daily Doubles and Pick 3s to an industry low 10% for its upcoming season, which opens Saturday and continues through Sept. 17. "There are a lot of takeout promotions on Pick 4 and Pick 5 wagers, but those are tough to hit," said Emerald Downs President Phil Ziegler. "We wanted to give the players a better chance to win with a 10% takeout on all our Daily Doubles and Pick 3s." The track's win, place, show wagering has a takeout rate of 16.1%, while...