LONDON, May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- International
Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE:IGT) announced today that it has
extended its historical horse racing (HHR) portfolio to include
performance-driving Wheel of Fortune®-themed
games. The highly anticipated games debuted at Churchill Downs
Incorporated ("CDI") HHR facilities throughout Kentucky, marking the first licensed theme IGT
has introduced into the HHR market.
IGT deployed a total of 40 CrystalWheel™ cabinets featuring
an HHR version of the exciting Wheel of Fortune Cash
Link™ Exotic Far East theme throughout Derby City Gaming in
Louisville, Oak Grove Racing,
Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove,
and CDI's newest Kentucky property,
Newport Racing & Gaming in Newport.
"CDI is happy to partner with IGT once again, to offer our
patrons premier gaming content and experiences," said
Austin Miller, CDI Senior Vice
President, Gaming Operations. "IGT's Wheel of Fortune HHR
games are a celebrated addition to our gaming floors and nicely
complement the other top-performing games we offer, many of which
are also from IGT."
"IGT is thrilled to introduce the legendary Wheel of Fortune
brand to the HHR market through these three CDI
properties," said Nick
Khin, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Gaming. "The HHR
version of Wheel of Fortune Cash Link Exotic Far East engages
players with its three progressive jackpot levels, free games
bonus, and the exciting Cash Link feature."
The CrystalWheel cabinet is IGT's next generation Wheel of
Fortune gaming machine and features a large three-dimensional top
wheel providing prominence on any gaming floor and showcasing the
most popular slot theme of all time.
For more information, visit IGT.com or go to Facebook at
facebook.com/IGT, follow us on Twitter, twitter.com/IGTJackpots or
watch IGT videos on YouTube, youtube.com/igt.
About IGT
IGT (NYSE:IGT) is the global leader in
gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences
for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Gaming
Machines and Lotteries to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a
wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation,
player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge
technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that
engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local
presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more
than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering
to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility.
IGT has approximately 11,000 employees. For more information,
please visit www.igt.com.
About Churchill Downs Incorporated
Churchill Downs
Incorporated (Nasdaq: CHDN) is an industry-leading racing, online
wagering and gaming entertainment company anchored by our iconic
flagship event, the Kentucky Derby. We own and operate three
pari-mutuel gaming entertainment venues with approximately 3,050
historical racing machines in Kentucky. We also own and operate TwinSpires,
one of the largest and most profitable online wagering platforms
for horse racing, sports and iGaming in the U.S. and we have seven
retail sportsbooks. We are also a leader in brick-and-mortar casino
gaming in eight states with approximately 11,000 slot machines and
video lottery terminals and 200 table games. Additional information
about CDI can be found online at
www.churchilldownsincorporated.com.
Contact:
Phil
O'Shaughnessy, Global Communications, toll free in
U.S./Canada +1 (844) IGT-7452;
outside U.S./Canada +1 (401)
392-7452
Francesco Luti, +39 3485475493; for
Italian media inquiries
James Hurley, Investor Relations, +1
(401) 392-7190
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