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Contact: Brian W. Spencer, Racing Analyst/Racing Communications, 504.948.1233, brian.spencer@fgno.com
FAIR GROUNDS CANCELS FRIDAY CARD DUE TO SEVERE STORMS
NEW ORLEANS (Friday, March 28, 2014) – Overnight rain in the New Orleans area was followed Friday morning by continuous thunderstorms, forcing officials to cancel Friday’s nine-race card at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots.
“The safety of our jockeys and horses will always be our first priority.” said General Manager of Racing Howard “H.” Withers. “We experienced severe weather throughout the morning and anticipate that it will continue through the afternoon. In the interests of safety for all of our participants, we have cancelled the entire Friday racing program.”
Racing is scheduled to resume Saturday with a 13-race card highlighted by the 101st running of the Louisiana Derby. First post is 12:30pm.
About Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots
Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, the nation’s third-oldest racetrack, has been in operation since 1872. Located in New Orleans, Fair Grounds is owned by Churchill Downs Incorporated (NASDAQ Global Select Market: CHDN); it also operates a slot-machine gaming facility and 11 off-track betting parlors throughout southeast Louisiana. The 142nd Thoroughbred Racing Season – highlighted by the 101st running of the $1 million Louisiana Derby - will run from November 2013 through March 2014. More information can be found online at www.FairGroundsRaceCourse.com.
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