Churchill Downs nixes spectators for Oaks, Derby

Churchill Downs nixes spectators for Oaks, Derby

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The 2020 Kentucky Derby will be held without fans after all.  Churchill Downs Inc. said Friday afternoon that it won't allow spectators for the Sept. 5 event after previously saying it would limit the storied race to less than 23,000 fans in reserved seating areas only.  The decision to host the event without fans extends to all Derby week racing, including the Kentucky Oaks on Sept. 4.  Here's CDI's statement: Gov. Andy Beshear had signed off on the plan to host the Derby with a limited…

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