Matt Pressley

Ellis Park Racing & Gaming's summer season wrapped another record-breaking year, concluding with a 20% increase in all-sources handle. This year, a total of $72.7 million was wagered across the 25-day meet, surpassing last year's record by $12.2 million. "We are thrilled with the results of this year's meet, both in terms of record-breaking handle and the outstanding quality of racing," said Ellis Park general manager Matt Pressley. "We owe our success to the dedication of our staff, horsemen and women, horseplayers and our local community. Thanks to the continued...

Ellis Park's opening-day card was conducted without fans Thursday after the track was closed to the general public due water issues affecting the frontside of the racetrack and the facility remained closed Thursday night with a decision on Friday's opening still to be made. "In the best interests of our guest experience and safety, we made the difficult decision this morning to conduct today's race card without patrons," General Manager Matt Pressley said Thursday. "I can't say enough about our staff here at Ellis Park and volunteers within the Henderson...

Ellis Park Racing & Gaming's summer season has come to a close with a substantial 22% gain in all-sources handle and 48% increase in prize money awarded. In total, more than $60.4 million was wagered at the 24-day Ellis Park meet, $11 million more than 2022. Along with the sizable handle increase, the connections who raced at Ellis Park were rewarded with more than $14.1 million in prize money, an increase of 49% from 2022. (includes funds from the Kentucky Thoroughbred Development Fund). "The racing season at Ellis Park has...

Ellis Park Racing & Gaming will celebrate Breast Cancer Survivors on Saturday, July 15 with its annual Horses and Hope Day at the races, the track said in a release Thursday. "We want to send a message to all cancer survivors, especially our patrons, our community and our very own team members that no one fights alone," Ellis Park General Manager Matt Pressley said. "Ellis Park is all about community and family and this is a great opportunity to celebrate and spend the day with friends and family." Ellis Park...