1991

World History

U.S. victorious in Persian Gulf War.

Communism crumbles as Soviet States dissolve.

American Hostages released from Middle East.

Churchill Downs History

The return of the Breeders’ Cup highlights the year with the third-largest crowd in Cup history, 66,204.

Churchill President Tom Meeker is installed for a two-year term as president of Thoroughbred Racing Associations.

The Kentucky Oaks provides its sixth consecutive record crowd (73,785), as Lite Light streaks to a 10-length victory in a stakes record 1:48 4/5 and becomes the first filly to wear a garland of lilies.

In June, the Board of Directors approves a 10 for 1 stock split which is initiated on August 15.