Circa sportsbook officially debuts at Mint Gaming Hall Kentucky Downs

Circa Sports Kentucky held a soft launch of its new sportsbook on July 23, offering over 5,100 sq ft of betting space, 80-foot LED viewing experience and five betting stations.
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- The new facility is said to represent the largest sportsbook to be launched in Kentucky, as executives such as Owner and CEO Derek Stevens were on hand for a ribbon-cutting ceremony
- In August, Circa Sports was awarded a direct gaming license by the Missouri Gaming Commission, as the state prepares to launch its sports betting market by December 2025
Circa Sports Kentucky held the official grand opening for its new sportsbook at The Mint Gaming Hall Kentucky Downs, including a ribbon-cutting ceremony with guests such as Owner and CEO Derek Stevens and Mint Gaming Hall Co-Managing Partner Marc Falcone.
“This transcends any experience today in Kentucky from a sports-betting perspective. We made a commitment to build a first-class facility here with Circa Sports,” Falcone said.
“And after spending a lot of time with Derek and his facility in Las Vegas, we thought it was a good match not only for our mutual partnership but for them coming into the state of Kentucky. This will be, by far, the best place to watch and bet any live sporting event in Kentucky and Tennessee.”
Circa Sports Kentucky held a soft launch of its new sportsbook on July 23, offering over 5,100 sq ft of betting space, 80-foot LED viewing experience, five betting stations, a live broadcast studio and 31-foot odds board for real-time lines and updates.
Good to know: Stevens released a statement on August 15 explaining the operator will begin imposing a $10 minimum bet requirement for Illinois users after lawmakers chose to pass House Bill 1928
“Today marks an incredible milestone for Circa Sports Kentucky,” Stevens said.
“We are grateful to our partners at The Mint and former Representative Koenig on their important roles in getting us to the opening. We know the state of Kentucky is passionate about sports, and whether you’ve an avid bettor or a passionate fan, this will be the ultimate viewing destination.”
In related news, Circa Sports was awarded a direct gaming license by the Missouri Gaming Commission on August 15 along with DraftKings, as the state prepares to launch its sports betting market by December 2025.
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