Churchill Downs boosts purses

Churchill Downs is increasing purses mid-meet for the first time in seven years -- thanks to stronger Kentucky Derby and Oaks betting -- but track officials and horsemen say they don't expect the richer purses will attract significantly more horses to the track's races.

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