The Legacy of a Legend: D. Wayne Lukas (9/2/35 – 6/28/25)

Jul 11, 2025 | Features Articles, Gaming News

D. Wayne Lukas watches morning workouts at Churchill Downs. (Photo by Dan Dry)

When Darrell Wayne Lukas, better known as D. Wayne Lukas, passed away at his Louisville home on June 28, 2025, the world of Thoroughbred racing lost one of its most vibrant icons of the sport. At 89, Lukas embodied the words he lived by: “You have to have a passion.”

His departure leaves behind an indelible legacy—of prestige, innovation, mentorship, and, yes, dazzling green stalls and sharp suits.

He will be missed but his legacy will live on at racetracks around the world.

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Churchill Downs Unveils Multi-Year Series of Capital Projects

Feb 19, 2025 | Features Articles, Gaming News


 Louisville, KY., (February 19, 2025) – Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) announced today a multi-year series of capital projects that will enhance and expand the Kentucky Derby experience across three key areas of Churchill Downs Racetrack (“Churchill Downs”).

The series of transformational projects are, collectively, the largest expansion and renovation undertaken in the 150-year history of CDI.

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Ringing in the Resolutions: Stay on Track in 2025

Jan 13, 2025 | Features Articles, Gaming News, In this Issue


With the new year upon us it is the perfect time for gamblers to set resolutions that will elevate their gaming experiences. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or an enthusiastic newcomer, making a few well-chosen commitments can lead to a more enjoyable, strategic, and profitable gambling year.

Here are some great gambling resolutions to kickstart your year and keep you on track for success.

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