Tell Churchill Downs You Want Dime Supers!

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Originally Posted by Travis Stone

Dime supers actually hurt overall handle believe it or not. It detracts from the overall pools. For example, if someone decides to bet $50 on a race at your track, they'll bet $50. But, if dime supers are available, they might only bet $30 (because they can bet for cheaper) and they spend the $20 on other racetracks.

In a big race like the Derby, I don't disagree with them not allowing 10-cent supers, with so much money being handled.

I haven't seen any evidence to support your assertion that dime supers hurt the pools. What is the source for your information?

I, for one, play the bet in multiples, usually equally a dollar, to avoid the tax withholdings when I hit. I don't think punching the repeat button takes much time at the machines or the windows.