First-time champions in the jockey and trainer ranks were awarded to Damario Bynoe and Steve Keplin Jr.; tracks sets all-time wagering record.
Assiniboa Downs
A son of young sire Speculating sold to Barry Arnason for $36,000 to top the 2025 Manitoba yearling sale, but the sale average was down.
It was early in the Manitoba Derby, but heavy favourite Take Charge Tom caused interference and lost his win.
Trainer Steve Keplin Jr. has won 17 races at the Assiniboia Downs meeting and he sent out three stakes winners last week.
Huge interest in Assiniboia Downs racing still continues; trainer Devon Gittens winning at Woodbine, too.
The latest news of Canadian horsepeople and horses, from recent winners to tracks opening and movers and shakers.
Wagering per race at the 2023 Assiniboia Downs meeting was up and Gourneau and Whitehall take trainer and jockey titles.
With four Manitoba Derbies to his credit, Robertino Diodoro has the even-money favourite for the August 7 race.
