The Winnipeg oval's 2026 season will feature record-low takeouts and some exciting new wagering options for bettors.
Assiniboia Downs
He had a win percentage of 36 last season and will try to better it with his big stable at Assiniboia in 2026.
Coming off his best season by purse earnings, Brown has loaded up for the new year with plenty of youngsters and returning stars.
The cost of training a large stable of racehorses is one of the reasons the top trainer will step away – for now.
Texan Henry Witt will be going after his eighth consecutive leading owner title at Assiniboia Downs in 2026.
The young trainer won his first leading training title in 2025 and will focus on having a quality stable for 2026 over quantity.
One of Woodbine's leading trainers has come a long way from Manitoba racing to the biggest meeting on the continent.
Check out these 2025 images from horse lovers and ace photographers who are generous with their time and images.
Former groom, exercise rider, and Assiniboia Downs track superintendent Rick Ball passed away on November 5 at the age of 67.
More than 40 one-year-olds are catalogued for the Manitoba sale to be held at the new pavilion at Assiniboia Downs.
Mandatory payout of the $465K Jackpot Pick 5; field of eight led by favourite Take Charge Tom as Western Canada Derby Series begins.
Randy Howg's homebred seeks fifth stakes victory in Winnipeg's feature race of the 2025 season; Maldini invades from Woodbine.
The increased guarantee comes after a strong start to the season and a significant reduction in takeout rates.
The season kicked off with a handle of over $1 million and lower takeout rates, with all wagering pools now below 20%.
Winnipeg track continues to beat wagering records as it lures fans from all over the world thanks to Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights.
