Unless I'm mistaken the major players at this stage of the game are TrackNet, TVG, BrisBet, YouBet, AmericaTab and
Magna.
I just found this
link, and it appears that Churchill and Magna merged to form TrackNet.
I have trouble keeping track off all the players. Here are some more links that are old but explain some things. It looks like Churchill also acquired
AmericaTab
Link 2
And here is the latest installment. Still another fly in the ointment.
TrackNet to manage Oaklawn Park simulcast signal
TrackNet Media Group will manage the simulcast sales of Oaklawn Park's live racing signal, it was announced Monday. TrackNet will also manage the purchase of third-party racing content that Oaklawn Park offers as part of its simulcast program at the track. The agreement takes effect immediately.
"Oaklawn Park offers some of the most popular and competitive winter racing in the United States, with a fantastic stakes program that includes key Triple Crown prep races," TrackNet CEO Scott Daruty said. "Oaklawn Park's racing program is a favorite among horsemen and horseplayers, and we are excited to add Oaklawn races to TrackNet's content line-up."
Oaklawn Park General Manager Eric Jackson said TrackNet's commitment to seek fair compensation for the horsemen and racetracks that create horse racing content was one of the key reasons to utilize TrackNet as a simulcast sales and purchasing agent.
"Oaklawn Park chose to work with TrackNet because we know how much the growth of simulcasting and account wagering has changed the economics of the horse racing industry," Jackson said. "We share TrackNet's view that horse racing content should be distributed on a broad, non-exclusive basis to responsible, regulated wagering outlets that comply with wagering integrity and compliance standards. We believe that TrackNet is working to achieve this goal in a way that will benefit the entities that invest their time, talents and financial resources to 'put on the show.' We look forward to working with TrackNet management as we prepare for Oaklawn Park's 2008 live racing season."
With the addition of Oaklawn Park, TrackNet now manages the simulcast sales and purchasing for 20 North American racetracks, including Arlington Park, Calder Race Course, Churchill Downs, Fair Grounds, Golden Gate Fields, Gulfstream Park, Pimlico Race Course, Santa Anita Park and other popular racing venues.
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