NEWS
Churchill to expand wagers with 50-cent minimums
Posted: Wednesday, November 18, 2009 12:45 PM
Churchill Downs will offer 50-cent trifecta and pick three wagers starting on Thursday. The wagers will be available through the end of the meet on November 28.
The move follows the success of Churchill’s 50-cent pick four wager that was introduced during the spring meet.
“With the experimental reduction of the minimum wager on pick three and trifecta races from $1 to 50 cents, we hope to provide a little ‘economic stimulus’ for racing fans,” said Kevin Flanery, Churchill’s president. “The 50-cent minimum pick four wager has been popular with our on-track patrons and simulcast players. The lower minimum bets on the pick threes and trifectas should provide fans of every skill level with a greater opportunity to win and enjoy Churchill Downs races with smiles on their faces.”
Canterbury Park, Fair Grounds Race Course, Gulfstream Park, Keeneland Race Course, and Turfway Park are among the other tracks that offer 50-cent pick fours.
