Henry Witt Jr. has been the leading owner at Assiniboia Downs for five years and won his first Manitoba Derby in 2023 with Mano Dura.
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The Winnipeg track's 50-day meeting begins on Monday, May 20 and runs through to Tuesday, September 17, 2024.
Dr. Elder takes over from owner and breeder Jeff Goy who has been in the interim chair since the passing of Harvey Warner.
CTHS Manitoba Division and Manitoba Jockey Club (MJC) are pleased to announce a new program for Manitoba broodmares.
In addition to Jack, there were some amazing claiming horses who won a bunch of races at the Winnipeg track in 2023.
An exciting finale is planned for September 20th, with mandatory payouts of the Jackpot Pick 5 and the Classic Hi-5 pools.
Kentucky-bred colt is first Manitoba Derby winner for longtime leading Assiniboia Downs owner Henry Witt, Jr.
Manitoba trainer will have one of the favourites for the $125,000 Manitoba, the first leg of the Western Canadian Triple Crown.
The one-mile Trial sets the stage for the first leg of the Western Canadian Triple Crown at Assiniboia Downs.
The Manitoba CTHS and HBPA had their awards night May 20th at Assiniboia Downs, ushering in a strong opening day of the 2023 season.
The Winnipeg track will double the Pick 4 pool guarantee for every card starting on May 29, another initiative to encourage healthy wagering.
The Winnipeg track's opening day saw champion jock Jorge Carreno take the first race, large crowds and enthusiastic wagering.
Canadian horse racing lost a popular horseman and friend to many on May 20; Irwin Driedger passes at age 66 after cancer battle.
Some exciting new initiatives offer something for everyone as live racing gets set to kick off May 22nd at the Winnipeg track.
Manitoba, Alberta and British Columbia racetracks will band together to stage the series with $450,000 in purse money and a $100,000 bonus.
