All-Dirt, All-Stakes Pick 5 and All-3-Year-Old Pick 3: Exciting Wagering Options at Churchill Downs
As Kentucky Derby/Oaks Weekend approaches on May 6-7, Churchill Downs is offering a variety of unique bets to enhance the wagering experience. Among these new additions are the All-Dirt, All-Stakes Pick 5 and the All-3-Year-Old Pick 3, which promise thrilling opportunities for horse racing enthusiasts.
All-3-Year-Old Pick 3: A $3 Minimum Wager for Sophomore Races
The All-3-Year-Old Pick 3 is an intriguing bet with its uncommon $3 minimum wager. With a 22% takeout, this bet challenges bettors to correctly predict the winners of three races featuring three-year-old horses. The races included in this Pick 3 are the Grade 2 American Turf, the Grade 2 Pat Day Mile, and the prestigious Kentucky Derby itself.
All-Dirt, All-Stakes Pick 5: An Exciting Journey through Five Dirt Races
If you prefer dirt racing, then the All-Dirt, All-Stakes Pick 5 might be the perfect choice for you. With a friendlier 15% takeout and a minimum bet of just 50 cents, this wager covers five thrilling dirt races. The races included in this Pick 5 are the Knicks Go, the Grade 1 Derby City Distaff, the Grade 1 Churchill Downs, the Pat Day Mile, and, of course, the highly anticipated Kentucky Derby.
The Return of the Derby City 6: A Jackpot Pick 6
For horseplayers seeking the chance to win big, the 20-cent Derby City 6 is back. This jackpot Pick 6 requires bettors to hold the lone winning ticket to bag the entire jackpot pool. In 2019, this wager attracted considerable attention, generating a staggering $1.06 million in handle when a large Derby crowd filled the Louisville track. The wager will commence on Saturday, the opening night of the Churchill Downs’ Kentucky Derby/Oaks Weekend. If multiple tickets contain six winners, 90% of the pool is paid out, while the remaining 10% carries over to the next day’s Derby City 6 pool. It’s important to note that this wager will mandatorily pay out on Derby Day.
Test Your Skills with the Oaks/Derby Pick 6
The Oaks/Derby Pick 6 is a highly popular wager that will once again be featured at Churchill Downs. With a minimum bet of $2, this bet challenges horseplayers to select six Grade 1 winners over the course of two thrilling days. The wager kicks off on Friday with the La Troienne and the Kentucky Oaks, and continues on Saturday with the Derby City Distaff, Churchill Downs, Turf Classic, and the climactic Kentucky Derby itself.
Additionally, there is an Oaks-Derby daily double that adds further excitement by requiring participants to accurately predict the winners of both flagship races: the Oaks and the Derby.
Traditional Pick 4 and Pick 5 Wagers
Churchill Downs also offers four traditional Pick 4 and Pick 5 wagers on their wagering menu. The third Pick 4 and Pick 5 are special all-stakes races that include the Kentucky Derby. In 2019, Churchill Downs recorded impressive handle figures, with $4,091,771 in Pick 4 handle and $3,980,809 in Pick 5 handle on Derby Day.
Last but not least, it’s worth mentioning that the Superfecta minimum bet drops to $1 on Oaks and Derby days, while it reduces further to just 10 cents on all other race days.
As you explore the thrilling wagering menu at Churchill Downs, be sure to consider these exciting options and immerse yourself in the world of horse racing.
Conclusion
As Kentucky Derby/Oaks Weekend approaches, Churchill Downs presents an enticing wagering menu for horse racing enthusiasts. From the All-Dirt, All-Stakes Pick 5 to the All-3-Year-Old Pick 3, there are diverse betting options to suit different preferences. The return of the Derby City 6 and the Oaks/Derby Pick 6 offers the chance to win substantial jackpots by accurately predicting several winners over the two-day event. Additionally, traditional Pick 4 and Pick 5 wagers provide more choices for bettors. Whether you’re a seasoned horseplayer or new to the world of horse racing, the Churchill Downs wagering menu promises a thrilling and rewarding experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How much is the minimum wager for the All-3-Year-Old Pick 3?
The All-3-Year-Old Pick 3 requires a minimum wager of $3.
2. Which races are covered in the All-Dirt, All-Stakes Pick 5?
The All-Dirt, All-Stakes Pick 5 covers five dirt races: the Knicks Go, the Grade 1 Derby City Distaff, the Grade 1 Churchill Downs, the Pat Day Mile, and the Kentucky Derby.
3. What is the minimum bet for the Oaks/Derby Pick 6?
The Oaks/Derby Pick 6 has a minimum bet of $2.
4. How does the Derby City 6 work?
The Derby City 6 is a jackpot Pick 6 where the bettor must hold the sole winning ticket to win the entire jackpot pool. If multiple tickets contain six winners, 90% of the pool is paid out, while the remaining 10% carries over to the next day’s pool. This wager will mandatorily pay out on Derby Day.
5. What is the Superfecta minimum bet on Oaks and Derby days?
The Superfecta minimum bet is $1 on Oaks and Derby days, and it drops to 10 cents on all other race days.
