Kentucky begins construction on newest racetrack in Ashland
Mt. Sterling-based Walker Construction and Materials is leading track construction.
Construction on a new $10m racetrack in Ashland, Kentucky has gotten underway, furthering a “promised investment” by Revolutionary Racing to create hundreds of new jobs and millions in new tax revenues in Eastern Kentucky.
Sandy Ridge will be the only racetrack in Kentucky dedicated solely to quarter horse racing and is being built on 182 acres of land behind Sandy’s Gaming, a $75m entertainment facility that opened just under one year ago.
“We are excited to begin this phase of our project, which will be unlike anything else in the state. We envision this to be much more than just a racetrack, we expect it to become an entertainment destination for families, whether it’s for racing, concerts, farmer’s markets or youth sports,” Revolutionary Racing Chairman Larry Lucas said.
“Thanks to our partnerships with state and local officials, it will be another shot in the arm for continued economic development in Eastern Kentucky.”
Revolutionary Racing owns both the racetrack and gaming facility, as stated in the release.
Mt. Sterling-based Walker Construction and Materials is leading track construction, as the company has spent the last three years working near Sandy Ridge on a highway project it was previously awarded.
“The Kentucky Quarter Horse Racing Association is thrilled to see this announcement by Revolutionary Racing that a first class oval track is being built in Ashland,” KQHRA President Christina Sowders said.
“We thank Revolutionary Racing for their hard work and perseverance to get here. This has been a long time coming for quarter horse racing in Kentucky. We look forward to helping bring world class quarter horse racing to Ashland in 2026.”
Revolutionary Racing plans to request 2026 race dates at Sandy Ridge from the Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation.
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