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Louisiana Local Scores $100K Jackpot Playing IGT’s Tabasco Video Slots

OPELOUSAS– A Louisiana local had a reason to celebrate after their visit to Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino turned into a big win on Sunday, September 24.

The lucky Boyd Rewards member captured the grand prize after playing a winning round on the classic IGT Tabasco slot machine. The Opelousas resident took home a total jackpot of $100,800, making for an unforgettable visit to the casino.

To learn more about Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino’s gaming entertainment offerings, visit evangelinedowns.boydgaming.com.

About Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino

Encompassing over 750 acres, Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino, a property of Boyd Gaming Corporation, features over 39,000 square feet of casino space as well a racetrack that boasts state-of-the-art facilities with a 7/8-mile turf track and 1 1/8-mile chute. The casino includes over 1,000 slot and video poker machines, two dining options, and plenty of meeting space including track-side private club suites. Evangeline Downs also includes a newly opened FanDuel Sportsbook. For more information, visit www.evangelinedowns.com and connect on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Founded in 1975, Boyd Gaming Corporation is a leading geographically diversified operator of 28 gaming entertainment properties in 10 states, and manager of a tribal casino in northern California. The Company is also a strategic partner and 5% equity owner of FanDuel Group, the nation's leading sports-betting operator.