Ajax, ON – The Ontario Quarter Horse Racing Industry Development Program is pleased to announce that two handicapping brunches will be held at Ajax Downs this year.

The handicapping brunches are meant to introduce new audiences to Quarter Horse racing; and to educate attendees on the decision making process involved in making a wager. You will learn the basics of handicapping, the types of wagers and types of races. You will also learn how to read a racing program and how to place a bet, and you will get hot tips on how to increase your chances of winning. A complimentary buffet brunch is included prior to the start of the first race.

The guest handicapper will be Peter Gross, Sports Specialist at 680 News Radio, Race Commentator for Ajax Downs, and Editor of Down The Stretch magazine. The 2010 handicapping brunches will be held at the Get Away Restaurant at Ajax Downs on the following dates:

Sunday, June 27th

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Ontario Quarter Horse Association Day at the Races

Tuesday, July 13th

12:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Reservations for seating at a Handicapping Brunch must be made through the Ontario Quarter Horse Racing Industry Development Program. This event is hosted compliments of the Program, however credit card information will be required to reserve your seat. A fee of $25 per person will be charged to your credit card if you do not attend the event. Cancellations will be accepted up to two days prior to the event.

To reserve your seat, please contact:

Sandy Anthony, Program Coordinator

Telephone – 416-213-0520

or email: qhprogram@ontarioracingcommission.ca