COVID-19 testing

In advance of GI Kentucky Derby week, Churchill Downs has administered 1,823 tests to its staff, vendors and horsemen from Wednesday, Aug. 19 through Monday, Aug. 24. Since that time, there have been a total of 47 positive tests from the group for a 2.58% positivity rate. Testing is on-going at Churchill Downs. Any individual that is permitted entrance into the Stable Area will receive a one-time, FDA-approved PCR test. Those who do not pass the test or medical screening will be denied entry onto the premises and asked to...

Shannon Bishop Arvin, tabbed to replace Bill Thomason when he retires as Keeneland's President and CEO at the end of 2020, issued her first communique Wednesday evening. "First, I'd like to thank everyone who has been so kind and welcoming as I transition into my new role with Keeneland," Arvin said. "This is both a privilege and a responsibility that I do not take lightly, and I very much look forward to working alongside our team to support your needs as we move into the fall season and into the...