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In conversation, Cimino is giddy with excitement, speaking a mile a minute as if he were on a racetrack hitting the gas — especially when he gets to talking about his long-running interest in car culture.

Born and raised in Cincinnati, Rose began gambling as a youngster when his dad took him to a local racetrack.

Exposed brick walls are decorated with photos and retro posters of vintage cars and racetracks, as well as street signs, racing suits and brand memorabilia, from Michelin to Mazda.

“When we did Hollywood Park, it was revitalizing what was once a great sports area from the heyday of the Forum and the racetrack,” Demoff said.

He was also a mean performer on the racetrack, driving Formula Ford cars and taking part in the 1983 Daytona Endurance Race.