Churchill to hold public drawing for Derby seats
13 Apr 2007
KENTUCKY – As reported by Business First: "In an effort to allow more locals to attend the Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs has decided to hold a public drawing for reserved seats.
'While thousands of our annual Kentucky Derby guests come from Louisville and the surrounding region, we know there are many Kentucky Derby fans from our hometown and neighboring communities that have yet to personally experience' the race, Churchill Downs president Steve Sexton said in a news release.
"Churchill will offer 1,000 reserved seats, which will be sold in pairs. The drawing will be held at 8 a.m. this Saturday, April 14.
"…Ticket prices range from $206 to $360 per pair…"