LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky horse racing regulators say they will scrutinize a proposal by the Keeneland Association and a partner to purchase a harness track and move its license to build a quarter horse track in the Corbin area.
State Horse Racing Commission Chairman Bob Beck said Tuesday that regulatory approval for the proposal is not guaranteed.
Commission Executive Director John T. Ward says the review will require transparency.
Keeneland is teaming with Full House Resorts in the proposal to purchase Thunder Ridge harness track at Prestonsburg and develop the quarter horse track in southeastern Kentucky.
The developers hope to tap into the Tennessee market by also offering the slot-like Instant Racing game.
Keeneland Chief Operating Officer Vince Gabbert says Keeneland and its partner have an option to acquire a site in the Corbin area.
