UNCASVILLE, CT (March 12, 2025) – Mohegan Sun kicks off a mutli-day run of horse racing events beginning on Thursday, May 1st when a Handicapping
Seminar takes place with very special guests that include the likes of renowned jockey Chantal Sutherland. Friday, May 2nd brings a viewing party for the Kentucky Oaks races, followed by the main event on Saturday, May 3rd, when Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook guests will be transported to Churchill Downs for every heart-pounding moment of the Derby. For reservations to these events, guests can visit: mohegansun.com/kentuckyderby
Thursday, May 1st | 7:00pm – 9:00pm | Handicapping Seminar with Mike “Mut” Mutnansky, Anthony “Big A” Stabile and Chantal Sutherland | Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook
The one-and-only Mike “Mut” Mutnansky is set to take part once again in the Derby festivities at Mohegan Sun to help guests pick some winners, and he’ll be joined by experts Anthony “The Big A” Stabile, and Chantal Sutherland. At this special Seminar, attendees who place a $50 Derby wager will receive a Kentucky Derby 151 Official Commemorative Mint Julep Glass and a Kentucky Derby 151 Official Logo T-Shirt, while supplies last.
“Mut” Mutnansky is an avid handicapper and long-time New England-based sports personality. “Big A” Stabile has more than 25 years of experience covering and handicapping horse racing and Chantal Sutherland is one of the best Jockey’s ever, who has won 24 Graded Stakes victories and has 1,250 wins. Sutherland was also the first female jockey to ride in the prestigious $12 dollar World Cup in Dubai in 2012. A trailblazer in the industry, Sutherland has also been on the Animal Planet reality show, Jockeys, as well as being featured in HBO’s Luck, Vanity Fair, Vogue and World Golf Magazine.
“Mut,” “The Big A” and Chantal will host this special Handicapping Seminar providing advice for Exactas, Superfectas, Derby Trifectas and more!
Friday, May 2nd | 11:00am | Kentucky Oaks Viewing Party | Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook
The action continues on Friday, May 2nd when Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook guests can make their picks and take in various races throughout the afternoon, culminating with the Kentucky Oaks race in the early evening, which features three-year-old fillies. Starting at 11:00am, guests can wear their pink and settle in for these exciting races. Once again, each guest placing a $50 Kentucky Derby wager will receive a Kentucky Derby 151 Official Commemorative Mint Julep Glass & Kentucky Derby 151 Official Logo T-Shirt, while supplies last.
Saturday, May 3rd | 11:00am – 8:00pm | Kentucky Derby | Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook
The fun begins inside the 11,000 square-foot Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook at 11:00am on Derby Day 2025 – where guests can experience the thrill of horse racing’s biggest day. Prizes will be given out to partygoers dressed up in their best Kentucky Derby attire, whether that’s a statement-making hat or extravagant ensemble, or a combination of both. The top prize of this contest will be $100 F&B credit, followed by a runner-up award of $50 in F&B credit. Additionally, all wagers placed at the kiosks during this Kentucky Derby event are eligible for a Mystery Voucher up to $1,000! Each guest placing a $100 Kentucky Derby wager will also receive the commemorative Mint Julep Glass & Kentucky Derby 151 T-Shirt, while supplies last.
Mohegan Sun will expand the party beyond the Sportsbook as the nearby Bus Lobby will offer overflow seating. This seating will be on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Table reservations can easily be made through mohegansun.com/sportsbook and all Derby Day reservations come with access to a delicious Kentucky Derby themed buffet, an open bar with Woodford Reserve & Kendall-Jackson specials, an official Derby Party t-shirt and Mint Julep glass, and more.
Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook will also offer a Derby Day VIP Experience by reservation only. VIP guests will enjoy an elevated viewing experience in the mezzanine with all-inclusive amenities that include a high-end gift package equipped with both a Woodford Reserve and Kendall-Jackson special Kentucky Derby 151 commemorative bottles. Premium F&B offerings will also be featured with the VIP package.
All Derby Day reservations will also come with an exclusive Woodford Reserve infused cigar and an Official Kentucky Derby Racing Program, straight from Churchill Downs!
The Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook is Mohegan Sun’s state-of-the-art Sportsbook & Race Book located in Casino of the Earth. It’s home to a 140-foot video wall showcasing all the big games, 30+ additional hi-res flat screens, 33 betting kiosks available 24/7, six cashier windows, a mezzanine level, a full bar, and a winning menu that includes a regular rotation of Wing specials as well as highlights like Queso Nachos, Fried Pickles and the Grilled Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich.
*Guests must be 21+ to enter Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook
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