Keeneland going high-def
Source: Louisville Business First (Original Article)
This fall, Keeneland in Lexington will begin live race coverage and limited simulcasts in high-definition format.
The track has established a high-definition production center, and plans to debut the format with the opening of its 2008 fall race meeting on Oct. 3.
High-definition broadcasts will be available via trackside television monitors, the infield LED tote board and certain television broadcasts, such as those produced by ESPN, Keeneland announced Wednesday in a news release.
"Sports fans are demanding more HD programming — it’s a dynamic format, and one that is perfect for thoroughbred racing," Keeneland Director of Broadcast Services G. D. Hieronymous said. "Nothing rivals the excitement of being at the easy sudoku track, but watching horse racing in HD comes close."