Louisiana Downs will implement a change to its Pick 4 and Pick 5 Wagers, effective Saturday, May 21. Both will now have a takeout of 15 percent and will no longer be Jackpot wagers.
Mitch Dennison, Louisiana Downs General Manager of Racing, explained that the format change was made in response to the feedback from Louisiana Downs horseplayers.
“New innovation is needed to draw horseplayers to our product,” said Dennison. “We are listening to the customers and feel that these changes on our betting menu will be well-received. Our thanks to the Louisiana State Racing Commission (LSRC) and HBPA for their assistance”
There is a carryover of $77,567 on the Pick 4 with a mandatory payout on Saturday, May 21.
“We know we will have a nice crowd here on Preakness Day and the carryover on the Pick 4 should be an attractive incentive for our players,” he added.
Dennison confirmed that the Pick 6 wager, which is offered each day, beginning on race two, will be the lone Jackpot wager offered at Louisiana Downs.
As previously announced, a modification to the weekend post times for the 2022 Louisiana Downs Thoroughbred meet will go into effect this Saturday, May 21. The first race will begin at 1:45 pm (Central) on Saturday and Sunday and remain at 3:05 pm for the Monday and Tuesday cards.
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