Churchill Downs sets new record for wagering at Spring Meet in Louisville

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Churchill Downs set a new record for wagering during the 150th Spring Meet.

According to a news release, the Louisville horse racing track had a total of $708.3 million wagered during the 43-day stand that ended on Sunday. It broke the 2022 Spring Meet record of $614.8 million by $93.5 million.

Ten years ago, the Spring Meet betting total was $368.8 million.

Churchill Downs reported the six-day Derby Week from April 27 to May rose to $446.6 million, including $320.5 million on the 150th Kentucky Derby day.

"From record prize money to large fields, high-quality participants, robust wagering and large payouts, this year’s record-breaking Spring Meet delivered all-around positive results," Mike Anderson, president of Churchill Downs Racetrack, said in a news releases. "The horse owners, jockeys and trainers provided exceptional competition on the racetrack, and our team and partners delivered an outstanding guest experience."

A record $58 million was paid in purses during the nine-week Spring Meet.

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