Horsemen trying to get Derby betting signal released

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Youbet handled $3.7 million on the Churchill Derby card last year.

The potential for lost handle on the Derby is huge. The Twin Spires network is untested, whether Brisbet and Xpress Bet can absorb the Youbet handle is not known. Some of it will flow thru OTB and track outlets, but many people won't bother

I don't think they will open up the wagering. I think it's Churchill/Magna's intent to drive out the TVGs, Youbets, and Brisbets no matter what the short term costs are