CDI Secures Pioneering Equestrian Technology Provider for Staggering $250,000,000

In the past few days Equestrian world has faced dark clouds over its community. But now finally, a wave of development and upgradation has taken center stage. The community is all set on the brink of an astonishing transformation and at the heart of this seismic shift is Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI).

Concurrently, CDI has recently unveiled its groundbreaking acquisition that promises to reshape the future of equestrian entertainment. Amidst the galloping pace of technological evolution, the equestrian industry is embracing a modern facelift. Declared on Tuesday with a huge promise, LLC has landed on a huge number that is making waves in the equestrian and technology community.

Empowering the Equestrian landscape

With the stage set and anticipation building, the contours of this new announcement begin to take the spotlight. According to Paulick Report News, Churchill Downs’ acquisition of Exacta Systems, LLC, for a staggering $250 million, marks a pivotal moment in the equestrian ecosystem.

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A leading technology provider in the realm of historical horse racing, Exacta Systems’ influence extends across the nation. The acquisition is ready to fuel CDI’s ambitions in Virginia. It is where the company’s ownership of Colonial Downs Racetrack and Rosie’s Gaming Emporium historical racing machine  (HRM) facilities assembled with Exacta. This collaboration anticipates forging new avenues to enhance equestrian interactions. Wait! there’s more!

A blend of capital and vision

As the pieces fall into place, the contours of CDI’s vision become clearer. Along with this, Exacta Systems’ integration within the Company’s TwinSpires segment promises not only operational enhancements but also the continuation of service to third parties. This list will include the historical horse racing operators in Kentucky, Wyoming, and New Hampshire. However, this synergistic approach is a testament to CDI’s commitment to shaping a transformed equestrian.

Moreover, the transaction, funded through cash on hand and the Company’s existing credit facility, signifies a strategic alignment of capital and vision. CEO of CDI, Bill Carstanjen, mentioned, “For nearly a decade, Exacta has been a creative force supporting the growth of the historical horse racing in the US”

With one foot firmly rooted in history and the other stepping forward into the digital age, CDI forges a path where legacy and innovation stride hand in hand. Lastly, on Tuesday, shares of Churchill Downs Incorporated (NASDAQ: CHDN) wrapped up the trading day in New York with a slight 0.15% gain, settling at $123.97 per share. Assumingly, the transaction will close by 2023.

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