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Betting, purses up at Emerald Downs in 2022 compared to 2021

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Betting, purses up at Emerald Downs in 2022 compared to 2021

Betting at Emerald Downs in Auburn jumped 4% in 2022 from 2021. The total season handle of $67.7 million was up 15% from 2019. Emerald Down's 27th season of live racing ended on Sunday, Sept. 18. Jockey Alex Cruz won his third straight title with 90 wins, trainer Jorge Rosales won first Emerald downs’ title. Longacres Mile champion Slew”s Tiz Whiz was voted Horse of the Meeting.

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Racing fans wager $67.7 million at Auburn track in 2022.

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