Churchill Downs, also known as CDI, is a publicly owned company headquartered in the US. Founded in 1875, the company employs approximately 1,840 individuals. Functioning as a tier 1 media tech buyer, Churchill Downs specializes in media and TV services. The company owns and operates the Churchill Downs Racetrack, home of the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks, along with additional racetrack and casino operations.
Pulaski Town Manager Todd Day announced on June 25, 2026, a potential opportunity for a Rosie's Gaming Emporium, owned and operated by Churchill Downs Inc., to establish a location within the Town of Pulaski. Earlier on June 25, Churchill Downs and the Oliver Lewis Foundation unveiled a bronze statue honoring Oliver Lewis, the jockey who rode Aristides to victory in the inaugural Kentucky Derby in 1875. The Lewis family donated the statue, giving Lewis a visible and lasting presence at the racetrack. Also on June 25, Derby City Gaming Hotel announced its $2,500 donation to Wesley House Community Services, made on June 19, in support of the organization’s Annual Back-to-School Bash scheduled for July 18. Previously, on June 24, reigning Horse of the Year and Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty, Grade I winner Baeza, and Breeders’ Cup Classic and Pegasus World Cup winner White Abarrio settled in at Churchill Downs, completing their final preparations for Saturday's $2 million Stephen Foster race.
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Churchill Downs (CDI) offers 2 products in the media and telecoms services and sports industries. Churchill Downs (CDI)'s product portfolio comprises of search, social, and retail media and riding and animal sports.
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Examples of Churchill Downs (CDI)'s suppliers include Lumen Technologies and WSC Sports.
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Churchill Downs (CDI) sells broadcasting rights of its horse racing competitions to 13 companies globally, covering 7 countries. Churchill Downs (CDI)'s rights holders include CNBC and USA Network.
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