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Old 01-15-2019, 08:03 AM
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Originally Posted by philcski View Post
I think you can make an argument for it being even double the $5MM number. They did $150MM handle on the Derby alone last year- not even factoring in the nomination fees, entry fees, tickets, etc. Not sure what CD's take is on simulcasting but I know they negotiate special rates for Derby weekend, so even at 10% that's a $15MM take. Steve, any idea?
Why would a company bust its nut on a race that would draw 20 runners and have the same handle and quality if it was raced for 1,000,000? Can you find a better use of the money?
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