(Leading Change wins the G3 Indiana Derby at Horseshoe Indianapolis / Photos by Coady Media)

From the Horseshoe Indianapolis Media Team / Tammy Knox:

Horseshoe Indianapolis Sets New Handle Records on G3 Indiana Derby Day:

Indiana Derby Day once again set an all-sources handle record with $9,536,346 wagered on the 13 race card. Last year’s record handle was $9,163,693. On track wagering was also up with $433,220 collected from racing fans trackside compared to $385,488 last year. Attendance for the 2026 event was 4,754.

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